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1-Methylbenz[a]anthracene (CAS 2498-77-3)

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Alternate Names:
1-Methyl-1,2-benzanthracene; 1-Monomethylbenz[a]anthracene
CAS Number:
2498-77-3
Molecular Weight:
242.31
Molecular Formula:
C19H14
Supplemental Information:
This is classified as a Dangerous Good for transport and may be subject to additional shipping charges.
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
* Refer to Certificate of Analysis for lot specific data.

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1-Methylbenz[a]anthracene is frequently used in environmental and chemical research to study the formation and biological impact of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs). This compound serves as a model pollutant in studies investigating the environmental fate, transport, and degradation of PAHs. Researchers employ 1-Methylbenz[a]anthracene in toxicological studies to understand its interaction with biological systems and its potential to cause biochemical changes at the cellular level. It is also utilized in photophysical studies to explore the properties of PAHs under various light conditions, contributing to a better understanding of their stability and reactivity. Additionally, 1-Methylbenz[a]anthracene is used in synthetic chemistry to develop new chemical reactions and pathways that can degrade or transform PAHs into less harmful substances.


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1-Methylbenz[a]anthracene, 10 mg

sc-229796
10 mg
$180.00