Benzo[e]pyrene

CAS: 192-97-2

Ref. 3D-AAA19297

Product Information

• Name: Benzo[e]pyrene
• Brand: Biosynth
• Description: Benzo[e]pyrene is a potent inducer of cytochrome P450 activity and mitochondrial membrane potential. It has been shown to induce the expression of melatonin in rat liver microsomes. Benzo[e]pyrene can also inhibit melatonin-induced cell death in fetal bovine retinal cells. This chemical has been shown to be carcinogenic to rodent lung tissue and squamous carcinoma cells in mice, as well as bacterial strains. The carcinogenic effects are due to its ability to bind to DNA, which leads to the production of mutagenic products that result in DNA damage. The fluorescence detector is used for monitoring the reaction mechanism and kinetic energy of benzo[e]pyrene with mouse tumor cells.

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 252.31 g/mol
• Formula: C₂₀H₁₂
• Purity: Min. 95%