Description

2-Bromo-7,12-Dimethylbenz(A)Anthracene is a high-purity, halogenated polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) derivative, serving as a critical building block and reference standard in advanced chemical research. Its precise molecular structure makes it an invaluable tool for studying mutagenic and carcinogenic pathways, as well as for the synthesis of specialized organic materials. This compound is essential for researchers and developers in the fields of oncology research, environmental toxicology, and advanced organic electronics.

Application

• Biochemical & Cancer Research: Used as a potent mutagenic and carcinogenic agent in laboratory studies to investigate DNA adduct formation, metabolic activation, and tumor initiation mechanisms.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Serves as a key intermediate or a model compound in the synthesis and testing of novel therapeutic agents targeting specific biochemical pathways.
• Environmental Toxicology: Employed as a certified reference material (CRM) or analytical standard for the detection, quantification, and risk assessment of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) and their metabolites in environmental samples.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Acts as a fundamental reagent in organic synthesis for creating complex molecular architectures used in material science and chemical biology.
• Quality Control & Analytical Standards: Provides a high-purity standard for calibrating analytical instrumentation such as HPLC, GC-MS, and NMR in testing laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-7,12-Dimethylbenz(A)Anthracene
CAS No.	78302-37-1
Molecular Formula	C₂₀H₁₅Br
Molecular Weight	335.24 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-7,12-DMBA; 2-Bromo-7,12-Dimethylbenz[a]anthracene; 7,12-Dimethyl-2-bromobenz[a]anthracene; 2-Br-DMBA; NSC 643924; 2-Bromo-7,12-dimethyl-1,2-benzanthracene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Bromo-7,12-Dimethylbenz(A)Anthracene is manufactured and analyzed under strict quality management protocols to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available upon request, detailing comprehensive analytical results from techniques including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible organic solvents. Due to its light-sensitive nature, handling should be minimized under direct light to preserve stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	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.