Phenanthrene, 98%+

About Phenanthrene, 98%+

Phenanthrene is a bioactive small molecule carrying the CAS registry number 85-01-8 with a typical assay of 98%. Its molecular formula is C14H10 and its molecular weight is 178.23 g/mol. Common synonyms include Phenanthracene and Phenanthrin.

The material typically appears as powder or crystals. Key physical data: a melting point of 98-100 °C and a boiling point of 340 °C. Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

Key uses span cell signalling research, pharmacological screening, target validation and dyes and pigments manufacture. Typical end-use sectors are academic and industrial research and diagnostics and biotechnology.

Available in 25 g, 100 g, 500 g and 5 kg packs, Phenanthrene is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Cell signalling research
Pharmacological screening
Target validation
Dyes & pigments manufacture

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Phenanthrene, 98%+
Catalogue No.	VQ-002929
CAS Number	85-01-8
IUPAC name	phenanthrene
Molecular formula	C₁₄H₁₀
Molecular weight	178.23 g/mol
Exact mass	178.0783
Purity / assay	98%
HSN code	29029090
InChIKey	YNPNZTXNASCQKK-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=CC=C2C(=C1)C=CC3=CC=CC=C32
PubChem CID	995

Physical properties
Physical form	Crystalline
Appearance	Powder or crystals
Melting point	98-100 °C
Boiling point	340 °C
Density	1.063 g/mL at 25 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	4.5
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 0
TPSA	0 Å²
UN number	UN 3077
Synonyms	Phenanthracene, Phenanthrin, Ravatite, Phenantrin, Phenanthrene, pure, 9-Phenanthrene, phenanthrene-ring, Phenanthrene, 98%, Coal tar pitch volatiles: phenanthrene, Phenanthrene (Standard), 9,10-Dehydrophenanthrene, Phenanthrene (purified by sublimation)

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Environmental hazard

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H317May cause an allergic skin reaction
H400Very toxic to aquatic life
H410Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P270, P272, P273, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P321, P330, P333 + P317, P362 + P364, P391, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Phenanthrene, 98%+?

The CAS Registry Number of Phenanthrene, 98%+ is 85-01-8. It is also known as Phenanthracene, Phenanthrin, Ravatite.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Phenanthrene, 98%+?

Phenanthrene, 98%+ has the molecular formula C14H10 and a molecular weight of 178.23 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is phenanthrene.

Which grade and pack sizes of Phenanthrene, 98%+ can I order?

We supply Phenanthrene, 98%+ in (98%) grade, in 25 g, 100 g, 500 g, 5 kg, 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Phenanthrene, 98%+?

Yes. Every lot of Phenanthrene, 98%+ is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Phenanthrene, 98%+ be shipped internationally?

Yes. Phenanthrene, 98%+ is classified as hazardous (UN 3077), so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.