Description
Chrysene (CAS 218-01-9) is a high-purity polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) with the molecular formula C18H12. This crystalline solid is widely utilized in research and industrial applications due to its fluorescent properties and role as a model compound for studying PAH behavior. Our Chrysene is rigorously tested for purity and consistency, making it ideal for analytical standards, environmental studies, and materials science research. Available in various quantities, it is packaged under controlled conditions to ensure stability and longevity. Suitable for GC/MS, HPLC, and spectroscopic analysis, this product meets the demands of academic, pharmaceutical, and environmental laboratories.
Properties
- CAS Number: 218-01-9
- Complexity: 264
- IUPAC Name: chrysene
- InChI: InChI=1S/C18H12/c1-3-7-15-13(5-1)9-11-18-16-8-4-2-6-14(16)10-12-17(15)18/h1-12H
- InChI Key: WDECIBYCCFPHNR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- LogP: log Kow = 5.73
- Exact Mass: 228.093900383
- Molecular Formula: C18H12
- Molecular Weight: 228.3
- SMILES: C1=CC=C2C(=C1)C=CC3=C2C=CC4=CC=CC=C43
- Monoisotopic Mass: 228.093900383
- Physical Description: Chrysene appears as a crystalline solid. Denser than water and insoluble in water. The primary hazard is the threat to the environment. Immediate steps should be taken to limit spread to the environment. Toxic by ingestion. Used to make other chemicals.
- Color/Form: Red blue fluorescent orthorhombic plates from benzene, acetic acid
- Boiling Point: 838 °F at 760 mmHg
- Melting Point: 489 °F
- Solubility: Insoluble.
- Density: 1.274 at 68 °F – Denser than water; will sink
- Vapor Pressure: Vapor pressure: 6.3X10-7 mm Hg
- Henry’s Law Constant: Henry’s Law constant = 5.23X10-6 atm-cu m/mol at 25 °C
- Stability/Shelf Life: Stable under recommended storage conditions.
- Synonyms: CHRYSENE, 218-01-9, Benzo[a]phenanthrene, 1,2-Benzophenanthrene, 1,2-Benzphenanthrene, 1,2,5,6-Dibenzonaphthalene, Benz(a)phenanthrene, Benzo(a)phenanthrene, Chrysen, Benz[a]phenanthrene, RCRA waste number U050, CCRIS 161, 084HCM49PT, DTXSID0022432, CHEBI:51687, HSDB 2810, Coal tar pitch volatiles: chrysene, NSC 6175, NSC-6175, (4)PHENACENE, EINECS 205-923-4, UNII-084HCM49PT, AI3-00867, DTXCID702432, NSC6175, CHRYSENE (IARC), CHRYSENE [IARC], BENZO (A) PHENANTHRENE, 205-923-4, chrysene (acgih:osha), ChryseneNSC 6175, MFCD00003698, CHEMBL85685, 65777-08-4, Chrysene, analytical standard, RCRA waste no. U050, Chrysene (Standard), Chrysene 10 microg/mL in Cyclohexane, Chrysene, 95%, Chrysene, 98%, Chrysene 10 microg/mL in Acetonitrile, Chrysene 100 microg/mL in Acetonitrile, CHRYSENE [HSDB], CHRYSENE [MI], 1,5,6-Dibenzonaphthalene, Benzo[a]phenanthrene (purified by sublimation), SCHEMBL27115, BIDD:ER0418, SCHEMBL235409, SCHEMBL510638, SCHEMBL534952, SCHEMBL534953, SCHEMBL534974, SCHEMBL534978, SCHEMBL535007, SCHEMBL578709, SCHEMBL969535, SCHEMBL2282037, SCHEMBL2405788, SCHEMBL2407276, SCHEMBL2407404, SCHEMBL2407762, SCHEMBL2408072, SCHEMBL2408406, SCHEMBL2408469, SCHEMBL2408501, SCHEMBL2408591, SCHEMBL2408906, SCHEMBL2409023, SCHEMBL2409141, SCHEMBL2409179, SCHEMBL2409576, SCHEMBL2409751, SCHEMBL2409772, SCHEMBL2409987, SCHEMBL2411049, SCHEMBL2411272, SCHEMBL2411341, SCHEMBL2412656, SCHEMBL2412691, SCHEMBL2412903, SCHEMBL2413446, SCHEMBL2413540, SCHEMBL2413546, SCHEMBL2442730, SCHEMBL2449579, SCHEMBL15644862, WLN: L E6 B666J, MSK4309, Tox21_202548, BDBM50128870, SBB061281, AKOS015904682, FB15612, HY-121107R, NCGC00163986-01, NCGC00260097-01, AS-39344, CAS-218-01-9, SY048799, DB-011521, DB-043876, HY-121107, CS-0079473, NS00010720, ST45022230, Chrysene, BCR(R) certified Reference Material, A815674, Q415465, Chrysene, certified reference material, TraceCERT(R)
Application
Chrysene is primarily used as a reference standard in environmental testing for PAH contamination. It serves as a key component in fluorescence studies due to its stable emission properties. Researchers also employ Chrysene in photochemical experiments to understand PAH degradation pathways. Additionally, it is used in materials science for organic semiconductor development.
Safety and Hazards
GHS Hazard Statements
- H341: Suspected of causing genetic defects [Warning Germ cell mutagenicity]
- H350: May cause cancer [Danger Carcinogenicity]
- H400: Very toxic to aquatic life [Warning Hazardous to the aquatic environment, acute hazard]
- H410: Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects [Warning Hazardous to the aquatic environment, long-term hazard]
Precautionary Statements
- P203, P273, P280, P318, P391, P405, and P501
Hazard Classes and Categories
- Muta. 2 (100%)
- Carc. 1B (100%)
- Aquatic Acute 1 (99.8%)
- Aquatic Chronic 1 (100%)
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