Description

3,4-Dihydroxy-1,2-Epoxy-1,2,3,4-Tetrahydrobenz(A)Anthracene is a high-purity, polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) derivative with a reactive epoxide and diol functional groups. This compound is a critical advanced synthetic intermediate and a valuable reference standard for research into metabolic pathways and toxicity studies. It is primarily used by pharmaceutical R&D laboratories and academic research institutions focused on chemical biology and environmental toxicology.

Application

• Metabolic Pathway Research: Used as a reference standard or synthetic intermediate in studies of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) metabolism and bioactivation.
• Toxicology Studies: Serves as a key compound for investigating the genotoxic and carcinogenic mechanisms of benz(a)anthracene derivatives.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Acts as a sophisticated building block in the synthesis of complex molecules for drug discovery programs.
• Analytical Reference Standard: Employed for method development, calibration, and quantification in HPLC, LC-MS, and GC-MS analyses within analytical and forensic laboratories.
• Biochemical Probe: Utilized in enzymatic studies to understand the activity of epoxide hydrolases and other detoxification enzymes.
• Environmental Science Research: Applied in studies monitoring PAH transformation products and their environmental impact.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,4-Dihydroxy-1,2-Epoxy-1,2,3,4-Tetrahydrobenz(A)Anthracene
CAS No.	64551-89-9
Molecular Formula	C18H14O3
Molecular Weight	278.30 g/mol
Synonyms	Benz(a)anthracene 3,4-diol 1,2-epoxide; 1,2-Epoxy-3,4-dihydroxy-1,2,3,4-tetrahydrobenz[a]anthracene; 3,4-Dihydroxybenz[a]anthracene 1,2-oxide; anti-Benz[a]anthracene-3,4-diol-1,2-epoxide; BA 3,4-diol-1,2-epoxide; (+/-)-anti-1,2,3,4-Tetrahydroxy-1,2,3,4-tetrahydrobenz[a]anthracene 1,2-epoxide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of our 3,4-Dihydroxy-1,2-Epoxy-1,2,3,4-Tetrahydrobenz(A)Anthracene is produced and analyzed under strict quality management protocols. We guarantee high chemical purity and lot-to-lot consistency, supported by comprehensive analytical data. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity (HPLC), identity (IR, NMR), and impurity profiles are available upon request for quality assurance and regulatory compliance.

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 compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under anhydrous conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%

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