Description

11-Hydroxymethylbenzo(A)Pyrene is a functionalized derivative of the polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon benzo[a]pyrene, a compound of significant research interest. This hydroxymethyl derivative is a crucial intermediate and reference standard in advanced chemical synthesis and analytical research. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical R&D laboratories, environmental testing facilities, and academic research institutions for studies related to metabolic pathways, biomarker analysis, and the synthesis of more complex molecular probes.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a key intermediate in the study of benzo[a]pyrene metabolism and DNA adduct formation.
• Analytical Reference Standard: Serves as a high-purity standard for calibrating equipment in environmental and toxicological analysis (e.g., HPLC, GC-MS).
• Pharmaceutical Development: Acts as a building block in the synthesis of specialized compounds for investigative and medicinal chemistry.
• Toxicology Studies: Employed in research to understand the mechanisms of carcinogenicity and to develop detection methods for polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) metabolites.
• Material Science Research: Potential use in the development of specialized organic materials and ligands.

Basic Information

Product Name	11-Hydroxymethylbenzo(A)Pyrene
CAS No.	94500-53-5
Molecular Formula	C₂₁H₁₄O
Molecular Weight	282.34 g/mol
Synonyms	11-(Hydroxymethyl)benzo[a]pyrene; 11-Hydroxymethylbenzo[a]pyrene; 11-HMBP; Benzo[a]pyren-11-ylmethanol; 11-Hydroxymethyl-BaP; Hydroxymethylbenzo(a)pyrene; BaP-11-CH₂OH
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 11-Hydroxymethylbenzo(A)Pyrene is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment and structural confirmation via spectroscopic methods. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting all relevant specifications. We support research and industrial applications requiring traceable and reliable reference materials.

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). This compound is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow powder or crystals
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95% (Typical grade)
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.