Molekula
Phenanthrene
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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.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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100 g — £48.10 per pack ex VAT · £57.72 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to pale grey to beige crystalline powder |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
| Assay | ≥95.0% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 171 °C |
| Transport Class | 9 |
| Packing Group | III |
| Acidity | Acid |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colorless, shining crystals |
| Odour | Faint aromatic odor |
| Melting Point | 99 °C |
| Boiling Point | 338.4 °C |
| Water Solubility | 1.15 mg/L at 25 °C |
| Solubility (other solvents) | Soluble in ethanol, diethyl ether, acetone, benzene, and carbon disulfide |
| Vapour Pressure | 1.21 × 10⁻⁴ mmHg at 25 °C |
| Refractive Index | 1.59427 |
| log P (octanol/water) | 4.46 |
Source: PubChem CID 995 (HSDB)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 17348375 |
| CAS Number | 85-01-8 |
| IUPAC Name | phenanthrene |
| EC Number | 201-581-5 |
| Molecular Formula | C14H10 |
| Molecular Weight | 178.23 |
| Exact Mass | 178.0783 |
| SMILES | C1=CC=C2C(=C1)C=CC3=CC=CC=C32 |
| InChIKey | YNPNZTXNASCQKK-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C14H10/c1-3-7-13-11(5-1)9-10-12-6-2-4-8-14(12)13/h1-10H |
| PubChem CID | 995 |
| UN Number | UN3077 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| Tariff Code | 2902900000 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Hazardous to the Environment
GHS09
Hazard statements
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
- H400 Very toxic to aquatic life
- H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P273 Avoid release to the environment
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P501 Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Synonyms
- (3)HELICENE
- 9-Phenanthrene
- PEY
- Phenanthracene
- Phenanthren
- phenanthrene-ring
- Phenanthrene, pure
- Phenanthrin
- Phenantrin
- Ravatite
Frequently asked questions
What is phenanthrene commonly used for?
Phenanthrene is primarily used as a precursor in the synthesis of dyes, pharmaceuticals, and agrochemicals, as well as in organic electronics and as a standard in analytical chemistry.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of phenanthrene?
The chemical formula is **C₁₄H₁₀**, and the molecular weight is **178.23 g/mol**.
How should phenanthrene be stored?
Store phenanthrene in a tightly sealed container at **ambient temperature**, away from direct sunlight and incompatible substances.
What grades or purities of phenanthrene does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies phenanthrene in **analytical standard (≥99% purity)** and **technical grade** forms.
Can Molekula supply phenanthrene in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can provide phenanthrene in bulk, with quantities tailored to your specific requirements—please contact us for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a phenanthrene order?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, **Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)**, and **batch-specific documentation** for traceability.
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