Phenanthrene

• CAT Number: R059781
• CAS Number: 85-01-8
• Molecular Formula: C14H10
• Molecular Weight: 178.234
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: [3]Helicene; NSC 26256; Ravatite
• Storage: -20°C
• IUPAC Name: phenanthrene
• InChI: InChI=1S/C14H10/c1-3-7-13-11(5-1)9-10-12-6-2-4-8-14(12)13/h1-10H
• InChIKey: YNPNZTXNASCQKK-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: C1=CC=C2C(=C1)C=CC3=CC=CC=C32

Phenanthrene is a polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) composed of three fused benzene rings arranged in a linear, angular structure. It is a naturally occurring compound found in coal tar, crude oil, and as a byproduct of incomplete combustion of organic matter. Phenanthrene is used as a starting material in the synthesis of dyes, pharmaceuticals, and other organic compounds. It is also of interest in environmental studies due to its presence as a pollutant, where it is known to have potential toxic effects on wildlife and ecosystems. Additionally, phenanthrene serves as a model compound in studies of PAH behavior and toxicity.