Description

4-Aminobenzo(A)Pyrene is a high-purity, functionalized polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) derivative, specifically an amino-substituted benzo[a]pyrene. This compound is of significant value as a key synthetic intermediate and a critical reference standard in advanced research and analytical chemistry. It is primarily needed by professionals in pharmaceutical R&D, environmental testing laboratories, and academic institutions focused on organic synthesis, toxicology, and biomarker studies.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block for the synthesis of more complex molecules in drug discovery programs.
• Environmental Analysis Reference Standard: Used as a certified reference material (CRM) for the accurate quantification and identification of PAH derivatives and their metabolites in environmental samples (e.g., soil, water, air particulates).
• Biochemical & Toxicological Studies: Employed in research investigating the metabolic pathways, DNA adduct formation, and carcinogenic mechanisms of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons.
• Fluorescent Probe Development: Utilized in the design and synthesis of fluorescent markers and sensors due to the inherent fluorescence of the pyrene core modified with an amino group.
• Material Science Precursor: Acts as a starting material for creating specialized organic semiconductors or functionalized graphene-like structures.
• Analytical Method Development: Essential for developing and validating new chromatographic (HPLC, GC) and spectroscopic methods for amine-containing PAHs.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Aminobenzo(A)Pyrene
CAS No.	82507-21-9
Molecular Formula	C₂₀H₁₃N
Molecular Weight	267.33 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Aminobenzo[a]pyrene; 4-ABP; Benzo[a]pyren-4-amine; 4-Amino-BaP; 4-Aminobenzopyrene; 1-Aminobenzo[a]pyrene (positional isomer); 4-Amino-1,2-benzopyrene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Aminobenzo(A)Pyrene is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment and spectroscopic methods (NMR, MS) for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and analytical applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere such as argon or nitrogen to preserve stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to brown powder or crystals
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Area %)
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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