Description

6-Nitrochrysene is a high-purity nitro-substituted polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) compound, identified by CAS NO 7496-02-8. This specialty chemical is valued for its role as a critical intermediate and research standard in advanced material science and analytical chemistry. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments focused on organic synthesis, environmental analysis, and the development of novel electronic materials.

Application

• Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: A key building block for synthesizing more complex chrysene derivatives and functionalized polycyclic aromatic compounds.
• Analytical Reference Standard: Used for the calibration of analytical instruments (HPLC, GC-MS) and as a certified standard in environmental testing for nitro-PAHs.
• Materials Science Research: Investigated for potential applications in organic semiconductors, photoconductive materials, and nonlinear optical materials due to its electron-accepting nitro group.
• Environmental & Toxicological Studies: Serves as a model compound in research studying the formation, fate, and biological effects of nitrated polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons in the environment.
• Dye & Pigment Precursor: Acts as a precursor in the research and development of specialized dyes and pigments.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Nitrochrysene
CAS No.	7496-02-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₈H₁₁NO₂
Molecular Weight	273.29 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Nitrochrysene; Chrysene, 6-nitro-; NSC 8926; 6-Nitro-chrysene; 6-NC; Nitrochrysene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 6-Nitrochrysene is manufactured under stringent quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including HPLC, GC-MS, and NMR to verify identity and assay. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurities, and physical characteristics is provided with every shipment to support your research and quality assurance requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Contact for details

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