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3-Phenanthrol (CAS 605-87-8)

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CAS Number:
605-87-8
Molecular Weight:
194.23
Molecular Formula:
C14H10O
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3-Phenanthrol is a metabolite derived from Phenanthrene. It falls under the category of organic compounds called phenanthrols, characterized by a phenanthrene (or its hydrogenated form) structure with an attached hydroxyl group. Known alternatively as 3-Hydroxyphenanthrene or 3-phenanthrenol, this molecule is essentially insoluble in water and displays a relatively neutral chemical nature. It is primarily detected in urine and is predominantly found within cell membranes, as indicated by its predicted logP value. The synthesis pathway for 3-Phenanthrol involves a series of chemical reactions starting from readily available starting materials. Key steps in the synthesis include the creation of a benzene ring, followed by a cyclization process to establish the phenanthrene ring system. Subsequently, functionalization of the phenanthrene ring occurs, introducing the hydroxyl group at the 3-position.


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Product NameCatalog #UNITPriceQtyFAVORITES

3-Phenanthrol, 2.5 mg

sc-209674
2.5 mg
$455.00

3-Phenanthrol, 5 mg

sc-209674A
5 mg
$922.00

3-Phenanthrol, 10 mg

sc-209674B
10 mg
$1587.00

3-Phenanthrol, 25 mg

sc-209674C
25 mg
$3023.00