Description

8-Methylbenzo(A)Pyrene CAS NO 63041-76-9 is a high-purity, polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) derivative used as a critical reference standard and research chemical. This compound is essential for analytical calibration, environmental monitoring, and toxicological studies due to its specific structural characteristics. It is primarily utilized by analytical laboratories, environmental testing facilities, and research institutions in the chemical, pharmaceutical, and petrochemical industries.

Application

• Analytical Reference Standard: Used for the calibration of HPLC, GC-MS, and other analytical instruments for the quantification of PAHs in complex matrices.
• Environmental Analysis: Serves as a key marker compound in the testing of soil, water, and air samples for PAH contamination from industrial processes and combustion.
• Toxicology and Cancer Research: Employed in biochemical research to study the metabolic activation, DNA adduct formation, and carcinogenic mechanisms of methylated PAHs.
• Material Science Research: Used in studies involving organic semiconductors, photoconductors, and the synthesis of specialized aromatic compounds.
• Quality Control & Assurance: Acts as a certified reference material (CRM) in laboratory quality control protocols to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulatory methods (e.g., EPA, ISO).
• Petrochemical Analysis: Applied in the characterization of crude oils, fuels, and other petroleum derivatives for their PAH profile and impurity assessment.

Basic Information

Product Name	8-Methylbenzo(A)Pyrene
CAS No.	63041-76-9
Molecular Formula	C21H14
Molecular Weight	266.34 g/mol
Synonyms	8-Methylbenzo[a]pyrene; 8-Methylbenzopyrene; 8-Methyl-BaP; Benzo[a]pyrene, 8-methyl-; 8-MBP; 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,11,12-Dodecahydro-8-methylbenzo[a]pyrene (related saturated forms); 8-Methyl-3,4-benzopyrene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 8-Methylbenzo(A)Pyrene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity verification and spectroscopic methods (NMR, MS) for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and analytical applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are provided to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C for long-term stability. This compound is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; therefore, minimize exposure to air and light during handling.

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.