Description

Benz[A]Anthracene-7-Carbonitrile is a high-purity polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) derivative, specifically a carbonitrile-substituted benz[a]anthracene. This compound is a critical advanced organic intermediate and a valuable reference standard for analytical and research applications. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical research organizations, material science developers, and analytical laboratories for method development and quality control.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of complex organic molecules for drug discovery and development.
• Analytical Reference Standard: Used for the calibration of instruments and as a certified standard in HPLC, GC-MS, and other chromatographic methods for PAH analysis.
• Material Science & Organic Electronics: Investigated as a potential precursor or dopant in the development of organic semiconductors and luminescent materials.
• Environmental & Forensic Analysis: Acts as a high-purity standard for quantifying and identifying PAH contaminants in environmental samples and forensic investigations.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in chemical research for studying reaction mechanisms, photophysical properties, and as a model compound in catalysis studies.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can be used as a monomer or functional additive to modify the properties of specialty polymers.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benz[A]Anthracene-7-Carbonitrile
CAS No.	7476-08-6
Molecular Formula	C19H11N
Molecular Weight	253.30 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Cyanobenz[a]anthracene; Benz[a]anthracene-7-carbonitrile; 7-Cyano-benz[a]anthracene; 7-BAACN; NSC 89284; 1,2-Benzanthracene-7-carbonitrile; Benzo[a]anthracene-7-carbonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Benz[A]Anthracene-7-Carbonitrile is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, which includes data from HPLC, NMR, and other relevant spectroscopic methods. Our quality commitment ensures the material is suitable for demanding research and development applications.

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 accordingly to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Area %)
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

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