Description

Benzo(K)Fluoranthene D12 is a deuterium-labeled internal standard of the polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) Benzo(K)Fluoranthene, essential for high-precision analytical quantification. This isotopically labeled compound is critical for ensuring accuracy and reliability in mass spectrometry-based analyses by correcting for sample preparation losses and instrument variability. It is primarily required by analytical laboratories, environmental testing facilities, and research institutions engaged in trace-level detection and quantification of PAHs in complex matrices.

Application

• Internal Standard for GC-MS/LC-MS Analysis: Used for the accurate quantification of native Benzo(K)Fluoranthene in environmental, food, and industrial samples.
• Environmental Monitoring: Critical in testing for PAH contaminants in soil, water, air particulate matter, and waste samples to comply with EPA and other international regulations.
• Food Safety Testing: Employed in the analysis of PAHs in smoked foods, oils, and grilled products to ensure compliance with food safety standards like EU 1881/2006.
• Petrochemical and Fuel Analysis: Used to profile and quantify PAHs in crude oil, diesel, lubricants, and other petroleum derivatives.
• Occupational Health and Safety: Applied in the analysis of workplace air and industrial hygiene monitoring for worker exposure assessment.
• Method Development and Validation: Serves as a key component in developing, optimizing, and validating new analytical methods for PAH detection.
• Certified Reference Material (CRM) Production: Used in the manufacturing of certified reference materials and proficiency testing samples for laboratory accreditation.
• Biomedical and Toxicological Research: Utilized in studies investigating the metabolism, distribution, and toxicological impact of PAHs.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzo(K)Fluoranthene D12
CAS No.	93952-01-3
Molecular Formula	C20D12
Molecular Weight	264.39 g/mol
Synonyms	Benzo[k]fluoranthene-d12; 11,12-Benzofluoranthene-d12; 8,9-Benzfluoranthene-d12; D12-Benzo(K)Fluoranthene; Deuterated Benzo(K)Fluoranthene; Benzo(k)fluoranthene (perdeuterated); B[k]F-d12; CAS 93952-01-3
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Quality Control

Every batch of Benzo(K)Fluoranthene D12 is manufactured and analyzed under strict quality systems to ensure the highest standards of isotopic purity and chemical identity. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including advanced spectroscopic and chromatographic methods, to ensure compliance with the stringent requirements for analytical reference standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific data for isotopic purity, chemical purity, and identity are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at 2-8°C. For long-term storage, keep the container under an inert atmosphere in a freezer (-20°C).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to brown crystalline solid or powder
Identification (IR / NMR)	Conforms to structure
Chemical Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Isotopic Purity (MS)	≥ 98.0 atom % D
Isotopic Enrichment	≥ 99% (D12)

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