Pyrene

Overview

Pyrene is a polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) composed of four fused benzene rings. It has a distinct aromatic odor, produced by incomplete combustion of organic matter. Pyrene exhibits strong fluorescence, emitting in the blue region of the spectrum, making it useful as a probe for studying molecular interactions in solution and on surfaces. Pyrene is also used as a model compound for the study of PAHs in various environments and biological systems because of its ubiquity in these environments. However, long-term exposure to pyrene has been associated with potential health risks, including carcinogenicity and mutagenicity.

Application

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Product Information

• Catalog No.: HY-103609
• CAS No.: 129-00-0
• Molecular Formula: C16H10
• Molecular Weight: 202.26
• Purity: 99.82%
• Storage: RT, protect from light. In solvent -80°C, 1 year , -20°C, 6 months
• Availability: In-stock

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