CAS 203-33-8: Benzo[a]fluoranthene

Description: Benzo[a]fluoranthene is a polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) characterized by its fused aromatic rings, specifically consisting of five rings. It is a colorless to pale yellow solid at room temperature and is known for its high stability and hydrophobic nature. This compound is primarily found in fossil fuels and is produced during the incomplete combustion of organic materials, such as coal, oil, and gas. Benzo[a]fluoranthene is recognized for its potential carcinogenic properties, as it can form DNA adducts, leading to mutagenic effects. Its solubility in organic solvents, but low solubility in water, makes it a persistent environmental pollutant, often detected in soil and sediment. The substance is also of interest in environmental monitoring and health risk assessments due to its presence in urban air pollution and its association with various industrial processes. Proper handling and disposal are crucial, given its toxicological profile and potential impact on human health and ecosystems.

Formula: C₂₀H₁₂

InChI: InChI=1S/C20H12/c1-2-8-15-13(6-1)12-14-7-5-11-17-16-9-3-4-10-18(16)20(15)19(14)17/h1-12H

InChI key: InChIKey=OQDXASJSCOTNQS-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: C=1C=CC2=C(C1)C=C3C=CC=C4C5=CC=CC=C5C2=C34

Synonyms:

• 1,2-Benzfluoranthene
• 1,2-Benzofluoranthene
• Benzo[a]aceanthrylene
• Benzo[a]fluoranthene
• Dibenzo[c,lm]fluorene
• Benz[a]aceanthrylene

Benz[a]aceanthrylene

CAS: 203-33-8

• Formula: C₂₀H₁₂
• Molecular weight: 252.3093

Benzo[a]fluoranthene 10 µg/mL in Cyclohexane

CAS: 203-33-8

• Formula: C₂₀H₁₂
• Color and Shape: Single Solution
• Molecular weight: 252.31

Benzo[a]fluoranthene 10 µg/mL in Acetonitrile

CAS: 203-33-8

• Formula: C₂₀H₁₂
• Color and Shape: Single Solution
• Molecular weight: 252.31