Description

2,3-Dimethylcholanthrene is a high-purity polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) compound of significant interest in advanced chemical research and development. This compound serves as a critical reference standard and a valuable synthetic intermediate for studying complex biochemical pathways. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial laboratories focused on oncology research, environmental toxicology, and advanced material science. Our supply is characterized by exceptional purity and batch-to-batch consistency, ensuring reliable and reproducible results for your most demanding applications.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a potent reference standard and tool compound in carcinogenesis and mutagenesis studies.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Serves as a key intermediate or metabolite analog in the synthesis and testing of novel therapeutic agents.
• Toxicology & Safety Assessment: Employed as a benchmark compound in environmental and occupational health studies to understand PAH toxicity profiles.
• Academic Research: Fundamental research tool in universities and institutes for investigating DNA adduct formation and metabolic activation pathways.
• Analytical Chemistry: High-purity grade material for use as a calibration standard in sophisticated chromatographic (HPLC, GC) and spectroscopic analysis.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a specialized building block for the preparation of more complex polyaromatic structures used in advanced materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3-Dimethylcholanthrene
CAS No.	63041-62-3
Molecular Formula	C22H18
Molecular Weight	282.38 g/mol
Synonyms	3,4-Dimethylcholanthrene; 3,4-Dimethyl-1,2-benzanthracene; 3,4-Dimethylbenz[a]anthracene; 3,4-DMBA; 3,4-Dimethyl-1,2-benzanthrene; DMBA (context-specific); 1,2-Benzanthracene, 3,4-dimethyl-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2,3-Dimethylcholanthrene is manufactured and tested under stringent quality management protocols to ensure it meets the exacting standards required for research and development. Our comprehensive quality control includes identity confirmation, purity assay, and impurity profiling using advanced analytical techniques. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, physical characteristics, and test results is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to light should be avoided to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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