Dibenz[a,h]anthracene

Name: Dibenz[a,h]anthracene
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-038847

About Dibenz[a,h]anthracene

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Dibenz[a,h]anthracene, an impurity of Anthracene registered under CAS number 53-70-3. The compound has the formula C22H14, corresponding to a molecular weight of 278.3 g/mol. Systematically, it is named naphtho[1,2-b]phenanthrene. It is also known as 1,2:5,6-Dibenzanthracene or Dibenzo[a,h]anthracene.

It is supplied as a solid. Store the standard in its sealed vial, protected from light and moisture, and follow the storage condition printed on the COA. It carries the GHS signal word “Danger” with 3 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

As a characterised impurity of Anthracene, it is used for analytical method development, method validation (AMV) and routine quality-control testing, and it supports ANDA and DMF regulatory filings. Typical end-use sectors are pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Standard pack sizes are 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

Analytical method development
Method validation (AMV)
QC release testing
ANDA / DMF filings

Industries

Related to Anthracene

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Anthracene impurities

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Dibenz[a,h]anthracene
Catalogue No.	VQ-038847
CAS Number	53-70-3
IUPAC name	naphtho[1,2-b]phenanthrene
Molecular formula	C₂₂H₁₄
Molecular weight	278.3 g/mol
Exact mass	278.1096
Grade	Reference Standard
HSN code	38229090
InChIKey	LHRCREOYAASXPZ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=CC=C2C(=C1)C=CC3=CC4=C(C=CC5=CC=CC=C54)C=C32
PubChem CID	5889

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
LogP (XLogP3)	6.5
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 0
TPSA	0 Å²
Synonyms	1,2:5,6-Dibenzanthracene, Dibenzo[a,h]anthracene, Dibenzo(a,h)anthracene, 1,2,5,6-Dibenzanthracene, DB(a,h)A, 1,2:5,6-Benzanthracene, 1,2:5,6-Dibenzoanthracene, Dibenz(a,h)antracene, 1,2,5,6-Dba, 1,2:5,6-Dibenz(a)anthracene, 1,2,5,6-Dibenzanthraceen

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Dibenz[a,h]anthracene?

The CAS Registry Number of Dibenz[a,h]anthracene is 53-70-3. It is also known as 1,2:5,6-Dibenzanthracene, Dibenzo[a,h]anthracene, Dibenzo(a,h)anthracene.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Dibenz[a,h]anthracene?

Dibenz[a,h]anthracene has the molecular formula C22H14 and a molecular weight of 278.3 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is naphtho[1,2-b]phenanthrene.

What is Dibenz[a,h]anthracene used for?

Dibenz[a,h]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 Dibenz[a,h]anthracene can I order?

We supply Dibenz[a,h]anthracene in Reference Standard grade, 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 Dibenz[a,h]anthracene?

Yes. Every lot of Dibenz[a,h]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 Dibenz[a,h]anthracene be shipped internationally?

Yes. Dibenz[a,h]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.