Description

10-Methylbenzo[A]Pyrene is a high-purity, synthetic polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) derivative, identified by CAS NO 63104-32-5. This compound is of significant value as a critical reference standard and a key intermediate in advanced organic synthesis and materials research. It is primarily required by analytical laboratories, research institutions, and chemical manufacturers engaged in environmental monitoring, toxicology studies, and the development of specialized organic materials.

Application

• Analytical Reference Standard: Used for the calibration and validation of analytical instruments (HPLC, GC-MS) in the quantification of PAHs in environmental samples, food, and consumer products.
• Toxicological Research: Serves as a specific metabolite or marker compound in studies investigating the metabolism, carcinogenicity, and biological activity of methylated PAHs.
• Organic Synthesis Intermediate: Acts as a building block for the synthesis of more complex polyaromatic structures, dyes, and functional materials.
• Environmental Science: Employed in method development and proficiency testing for the analysis of soil, water, and air pollutants.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Utilized in studies exploring DNA adduct formation and the mechanistic pathways of chemical carcinogenesis.
• Quality Control: Functions as an internal standard or spiking compound in laboratory quality assurance and control (QA/QC) protocols.

Basic Information

Product Name	10-Methylbenzo[A]Pyrene
CAS No.	63104-32-5
Molecular Formula	C21H14
Molecular Weight	266.34 g/mol
Synonyms	10-Methylbenzo[a]pyrene; 10-Methylbenzopyrene; 10-Methyl-3,4-benzopyrene; Benzo[a]pyrene, 10-methyl-; 10-MBP; 10-Methyl-BaP; 10-Methyl-1,2-benzopyrene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 10-Methylbenzo[A]Pyrene is produced and analyzed under strict quality management protocols to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and spectroscopic identification, to ensure compliance with industry standards for reference materials. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

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%

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