CAS 211-91-6

Benz[l]aceanthrylene

Description:

Benz[l]aceanthrylene is a polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) characterized by its complex fused ring structure, which consists of five interconnected aromatic rings. This compound is known for its planar geometry and high stability due to the delocalization of π-electrons across its aromatic system. It exhibits a high melting point and is typically insoluble in water but soluble in organic solvents, reflecting its hydrophobic nature. Benz[l]aceanthrylene is of interest in various fields, including materials science and organic electronics, due to its potential applications in organic semiconductors and as a model compound for studying the properties of larger PAHs. Additionally, like many PAHs, it may pose environmental and health risks, as some derivatives are known to be carcinogenic. Its synthesis often involves complex organic reactions, and its characterization can be performed using techniques such as spectroscopy and chromatography. Overall, Benz[l]aceanthrylene serves as an important compound for research in both chemistry and environmental science.

Formula: C₂₀H₁₂

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

InChI key: InChIKey=ICRHCNSZHYPRNZ-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: C=12C=3C=4C(C=CC3C=C5C1C(C=C2)=CC=C5)=CC=CC4

Synonyms:

• Benz[L]Aceanthrylene
• Cyclopenta[no]tetraphene
• BENZO(L)ACEANTHRYLENE

Benz[l]aceanthrylene(8CI,9CI)

CAS: 211-91-6

Formula: C₂₀H₁₂

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 252.3093

Ref: IN-DA002L4J

Benz[l]aceanthrylene-d12

Controlled Product

CAS: 211-91-6

Formula: C₂₀D₁₂

Color and Shape: Neat

Molecular weight: 264.383

Ref: TR-B183407

Benz[l]aceanthrylene

Controlled Product

CAS: 211-91-6

Stability Light Sensitive
Applications Benz[l]aceanthrylene is a mutagenic agent.
References Bartczak, A., et al.: Mutagenesis, 2, 101 (1987); Nesnow, S., et al.: Cancer Res., 44, 4993 (1984)

Formula: C₂₀H₁₂

Color and Shape: Neat

Molecular weight: 252.31

Ref: TR-B183405