CAS Registry Number

CAS 85-01-8 — Phenanthrene

Phenanthrene is a polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon composed of three fused benzene rings, widely used in organic synthesis, dye production, and as a standard in analytical chemistry for calibration and testing. It appears as colorless crystals or white flakes with a faint aromatic odor. This chemical is soluble in organic solvents but insoluble in water. Catalogue data for phenanthrene includes a CAS number of 85-01-8, molecular formula C14H10, and a molecular weight of 178.23 g/mol. It should be stored at ambient conditions and handled with caution, as indicated by its signal word "Warning." Molekula supplies phenanthrene from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.