Benz[a]anthracene

Name: Benz[a]anthracene
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-038848

About Benz[a]anthracene

Listed under CAS 56-55-3, Benz[a]anthracene is a process intermediate or related compound of Anthracene available from Vaqora Chemicals. With the molecular formula C18H12, it has a molar mass of 228.3 g/mol. The IUPAC name is benzo[a]anthracene. It is also known as Tetraphene or 1,2-Benzanthracene.

The product is provided as a solid. Store the standard in its sealed vial, protected from light and moisture, and follow the storage condition printed on the COA. Under GHS it is labelled “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

It is a process intermediate or related compound in the synthesis of Anthracene, useful for route development, impurity fate-and-purge studies and analytical method development. Typical end-use sectors are pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

We offer Benz[a]anthracene in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.

Typical applications

API route development
Impurity fate & purge studies
Analytical method development
Fine chemical synthesis

Industries

Related to Anthracene

View every impurity, metabolite and intermediate we list for Anthracene.

Anthracene impurities

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Benz[a]anthracene
Catalogue No.	VQ-038848
CAS Number	56-55-3
IUPAC name	benzo[a]anthracene
Molecular formula	C₁₈H₁₂
Molecular weight	228.3 g/mol
Exact mass	228.0939
InChIKey	DXBHBZVCASKNBY-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=CC=C2C(=C1)C=CC3=CC4=CC=CC=C4C=C32
PubChem CID	5954

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
LogP (XLogP3)	5.8
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 0
TPSA	0 Å²
Synonyms	Tetraphene, 1,2-Benzanthracene, Benzanthracene, Benzanthrene, Benzoanthracene, Naphthanthracene, 2,3-Benzophenanthrene, 2,3-Benzphenanthrene, Benzo(a)anthracene, 1,2-Benzanthrene, Benzo(b)phenanthrene, 1,2-Benzoanthracene

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Health hazard

Environmental hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H350May cause cancer
H400Very toxic to aquatic life
H410Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P203, P273, P280, P318, P391, P405, 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

Other grades of CAS 56-55-3

Pure

Benz[a]anthracene, pure >98%

CAS: 56-55-3
Formula: C₁₈H₁₂
MW: 228.3 g/mol

VQ-019945

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Benz[a]anthracene?

The CAS Registry Number of Benz[a]anthracene is 56-55-3. It is also known as Tetraphene, 1,2-Benzanthracene, Benzanthracene.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Benz[a]anthracene?

Benz[a]anthracene has the molecular formula C18H12 and a molecular weight of 228.3 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is benzo[a]anthracene.

What is Benz[a]anthracene used for?

Benz[a]anthracene is supplied as a characterised reference material related to Anthracene. It is used for analytical method development and validation (AMV), impurity profiling, stability studies and quality control, and in ANDA/DMF regulatory filings.

Which grade and pack sizes of Benz[a]anthracene can I order?

We supply Benz[a]anthracene, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Benz[a]anthracene?

Yes. Every lot of Benz[a]anthracene 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 Benz[a]anthracene be shipped internationally?

Yes. Benz[a]anthracene is classified as hazardous, 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.