Description

1-Acetoxy-3-Methylcholanthrene is a high-purity, synthetic polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon derivative of significant interest in biochemical and pharmacological research. This compound serves as a critical intermediate and reference standard in the study of carcinogenic mechanisms and metabolic activation pathways. It is primarily utilized by research institutions, pharmaceutical R&D laboratories, and chemical manufacturers focused on developing analytical methods and studying chemical carcinogenesis.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard and metabolite in studies investigating the metabolic activation and DNA-binding properties of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs).
• Pharmacology & Toxicology: Employed as a model compound in carcinogenicity research to understand the mechanisms of chemical-induced tumorigenesis.
• Analytical Chemistry: Serves as a high-purity analytical standard for method development and calibration in chromatographic techniques like HPLC and GC-MS.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a key synthetic intermediate for the preparation of other methylcholanthrene derivatives and labeled compounds for tracer studies.
• Academic Research: Utilized in university and institutional labs for fundamental studies in organic chemistry, environmental toxicology, and cancer biology.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Acetoxy-3-Methylcholanthrene
CAS No.	7319-59-7
Molecular Formula	C24H20O2
Molecular Weight	340.42 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methylcholanthrene 1-acetate; 1-Acetoxy-3-methylcholanthrene; 3-Methylcholanthren-1-yl acetate; 1-Acetyloxy-3-methylcholanthrene; 3-MC acetate; 3-Methylcholanthrene acetate; Acetoxy-methylcholanthrene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Acetoxy-3-Methylcholanthrene is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity suitable for research applications. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity confirmation, and impurity profiles. We adhere to relevant industry standards for fine chemicals and research materials.

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). The product is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to maintain stability.

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.