Benz[a]anthracene / 1,2-Benzanthracene

1,2-Benzanthracene is a polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) that consists of three fused benzene rings. It has the molecular formula C18H12 and a molecular weight of 228.29 g/mol.

1,2-Benzanthracene is a yellow, crystalline solid that is insoluble in water but soluble in organic solvents. It is primarily used as a starting material in the synthesis of other organic compounds, such as dyes, pigments, and pharmaceuticals.

1,2-Benzanthracene is a potential human carcinogen and mutagen due to its genotoxic properties. Exposure to 1,2-benzanthracene has been linked to an increased risk of cancer, particularly lung and skin cancers. Therefore, appropriate safety precautions should be taken when handling 1,2-benzanthracene to minimize the potential risks to human health and the environment.