Description

7-Methyl-8,9-Dihydrobenzo[A]Anthracene-8β,9α-Diol is a high-purity, polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) derivative of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis and research. This compound serves as a critical synthetic intermediate and a valuable reference standard for analytical and toxicological studies. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, environmental science, and advanced materials sectors who require precise, high-quality building blocks for complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of complex organic molecules for drug discovery and development programs.
• Analytical Reference Standard: Used for calibration, method development, and quality control in HPLC, GC-MS, and other chromatographic analyses, particularly for PAH detection.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in studies investigating the metabolism, toxicity, and biological activity of polycyclic aromatic compounds.
• Material Science Research: Potential precursor in the development of organic semiconductors, dyes, and other functional organic materials.
• Environmental Testing: Serves as a standard for monitoring and analyzing PAH contaminants in environmental samples (soil, water, air).

Basic Information

Product Name	7-Methyl-8,9-Dihydrobenzo[A]Anthracene-8β,9α-Diol
CAS No.	88244-40-0
Molecular Formula	C20H16O2
Molecular Weight	288.34 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Methyl-8,9-dihydrobenzo[a]anthracene-8β,9α-diol; 8β,9α-Dihydroxy-7-methyl-8,9-dihydrobenzo[a]anthracene; 7-Methylbenz[a]anthracene 8β,9α-dihydrodiol; 7-Methyl-BA-8β,9α-dihydrodiol; trans-7-Methylbenz[a]anthracene-8β,9α-dihydrodiol; 7-Methyl-BA-trans-8,9-dihydrodiol; 7-Methylbenzanthracene dihydrodiol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 7-Methyl-8,9-Dihydrobenzo[A]Anthracene-8β,9α-Diol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements of research and industrial applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications 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 (typically 15-25°C). Keep the container sealed to prevent contamination and moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%

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