Description

Benzo[A]Pyrene-7,8-Dicarboxylic Acid Dipotassium Salt is a key chemical intermediate derived from the polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon benzo[a]pyrene. This compound is of significant value in advanced research and development, particularly for synthesizing specific molecular probes and reference standards. It is primarily sought after by research institutions, analytical laboratories, and specialty chemical manufacturers working in the fields of environmental analysis, toxicology, and organic synthesis.

Application

• Analytical Reference Standard: Used as a high-purity calibrant and reference material in chromatography (HPLC, GC-MS) for the detection and quantification of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) metabolites and derivatives.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a crucial intermediate in the study of benzo[a]pyrene metabolism, DNA adduct formation, and carcinogenesis mechanisms.
• Organic Synthesis: Acts as a building block for the preparation of more complex molecules, including fluorescent probes, labeled compounds, and specialized ligands for research purposes.
• Environmental Monitoring: Employed in method development and validation for tracing and analyzing PAH transformation products in environmental samples.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzo[A]Pyrene-7,8-Dicarboxylic Acid Dipotassium Salt
CAS No.	63041-32-7
Molecular Formula	C22H10K2O4
Molecular Weight	416.51 g/mol
Synonyms	Benzo[a]pyrene-7,8-dicarboxylic acid dipotassium salt; 7,8-Dicarboxybenzo[a]pyrene dipotassium salt; BP-7,8-dicarboxylic acid dipotassium salt; K2BP-7,8-dicarboxylate; Benzo[def]chrysene-7,8-dicarboxylic acid dipotassium salt; 1,2-Dihydrobenzo[a]pyrene-7,8-dicarboxylic acid dipotassium salt (tautomer); B[a]P-7,8-dicarboxylic acid dipotassium salt
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Quality Control

Our Benzo[A]Pyrene-7,8-Dicarboxylic Acid Dipotassium Salt is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity, suitable for sensitive research applications. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We support compliance with relevant research and analytical standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; ensure the container is kept tightly sealed in a desiccated environment to prevent degradation and moisture uptake.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.