Description

1-Hydroxybenz(A)Anthracene CAS NO 69847-26-3 is a high-purity polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) derivative, serving as a critical intermediate and reference standard in advanced chemical synthesis and analytical research. Its precise molecular structure makes it invaluable for studying metabolic pathways, environmental fate, and photochemical properties of PAHs. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, environmental science, and advanced materials sectors who require reliable, high-quality building blocks for their development processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research Intermediate: Used as a key synthetic precursor or metabolite analog in the development and study of novel therapeutic agents.
• Environmental Analytical Standard: Serves as a certified reference material (CRM) for the quantification and qualification of PAHs and their metabolites in soil, water, and air samples via HPLC, GC-MS, or LC-MS.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in studies of cytochrome P450 enzyme metabolism, DNA adduct formation, and carcinogenicity mechanisms related to benzanthracene derivatives.
• Material Science: Investigated as a potential organic semiconductor precursor or a functional moiety in the synthesis of specialized dyes and pigments.
• Toxicology & Safety Testing: Utilized as a standard in ecotoxicological studies and regulatory testing to assess the impact and transformation of PAHs in the environment.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Hydroxybenz(A)Anthracene
CAS No.	69847-26-3
Molecular Formula	C18H12O
Molecular Weight	244.29 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Hydroxybenz[a]anthracene; 1-Hydroxybenzo[a]anthracene; 1-HBA; 1-Benz[a]anthracenol; 1-Hydroxy-1,2-benzanthracene; NSC 89284; 1-Hydroxy-1,2-benzanthrene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Hydroxybenz(A)Anthracene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identity confirmation by spectroscopic methods (IR, NMR) and purity assessment by high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC). We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, ensuring traceability and compliance with your research or production specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light 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.