CAS 2319-96-2

5-Methylbenz[a]anthracene

Description:

5-Methylbenz[a]anthracene is a polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) characterized by its fused ring structure, which consists of five interconnected aromatic rings. This compound is a derivative of benz[a]anthracene, with a methyl group attached to the fifth position of the anthracene framework. It is typically a solid at room temperature and is known for its hydrophobic nature, making it poorly soluble in water but soluble in organic solvents. 5-Methylbenz[a]anthracene is of particular interest in environmental chemistry and toxicology due to its potential carcinogenic properties, as many PAHs are known to be mutagenic and have been linked to various forms of cancer. The compound can be found in fossil fuels and is produced during the incomplete combustion of organic materials. Its presence in the environment raises concerns regarding air and soil pollution, necessitating monitoring and regulation. Additionally, it serves as a model compound in studies related to the mechanisms of PAH toxicity and the development of analytical methods for detecting such substances in environmental samples.

Formula: C₁₉H₁₄

InChI: InChI=1S/C19H14/c1-13-10-16-11-14-6-2-3-7-15(14)12-19(16)18-9-5-4-8-17(13)18/h2-12H,1H3

InChI key: InChIKey=NYTXDSVUTXAPTH-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: CC1=C2C(=C3C(C=C4C(=C3)C=CC=C4)=C1)C=CC=C2

Synonyms:

• 5-Methylbenz[a]anthracene
• 5-Methylbenzo[a]anthracene
• 5-Monomethylbenz[a]anthracene
• Benz[A]Anthracene, 5-Methyl-

5-Methylbenz[a]anthracene

CAS: 2319-96-2

Formula: C₁₉H₁₄

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 242.3145

Ref: IN-DA003MVU

5-Methylbenz[a]anthracene

Controlled Product

CAS: 2319-96-2

Applications 5-Methylbenz[a]anthracene is a monomethylated polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon with carcinogenic activity.
Not a dangerous good if item is equal to or less than 1g/ml and there is less than 100g/ml in the package
References Majumdar, R. et al.: Mutat. Res. Lett., 175, 1 (1986); Smith, I.A. et al.: Int. J. Quant. Chem. Quant. Biol. Symp., 5, 311 (1978); Wislocki, P.G. et al.: Carcinogenesis, 3, 215 (1982);

Formula: C₁₉H₁₄

Color and Shape: Neat

Molecular weight: 242.31

Ref: TR-M288795