20496-16-6

Basic information

• Product Name: 3-ETHYLFLUORANTHENE
• Synonyms: 3-ETHYLFLUORANTHENE;Ccris 9219
• CAS NO: 20496-16-6
• Molecular Formula: C₁₈H₁₄
• Molecular Weight: 230.3
• Mol File: 20496-16-6.mol

Chemical Properties

• Boiling Point: 397°C at 760 mmHg
• Flash Point: 185.8°C
• Appearance: /
• Density: 1.182g/cm³
• Vapor Pressure: 3.75E-06mmHg at 25°C
• Refractive Index: 1.783
• CAS DataBase Reference: 3-ETHYLFLUORANTHENE(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: 3-ETHYLFLUORANTHENE(20496-16-6)
• EPA Substance Registry System: 3-ETHYLFLUORANTHENE(20496-16-6)

Safety Data

• Hazardous Substances Data: 20496-16-6(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

Uses

Used in Environmental Studies:
3-Ethylfluoranthene is used as a marker for environmental pollution, particularly in studies related to air, soil, and water contamination. Its presence in the environment can indicate the level of PAH exposure and potential health risks associated with it.
Used in Toxicology Research:
3-Ethylfluoranthene is utilized as a model compound in toxicology research to investigate the mutagenic and carcinogenic effects of PAHs on bacterial and other biological systems. This helps in understanding the mechanisms of PAH-induced toxicity and developing strategies for mitigating their harmful effects.
Used in Industrial Monitoring:
In the petrochemical and combustion industries, 3-Ethylfluoranthene is used as an indicator for monitoring the efficiency of emission control technologies. Its detection in industrial emissions can provide insights into the effectiveness of pollution control measures and the need for further improvements.
Used in Regulatory Compliance:
3-Ethylfluoranthene is used as a reference substance in regulatory frameworks and guidelines for environmental protection. Its inclusion in these frameworks helps in setting standards and limits for PAH emissions, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and promoting cleaner industrial practices.

InChI:InChI=1/C18H14/c1-2-12-10-11-17-15-7-4-3-6-14(15)16-9-5-8-13(12)18(16)17/h3-11H,2H2,1H3

Relevant articles and documents

Fluoranthene derivatives

The present invention relates to compounds of formula (I) or a monomethyl or a monoethyl ether thereof (the compound of formula (I) including these ethers may contain no more than 30 carbon atoms in total); ethers, esters thereof; acid addition salts thereof; wherein Ar is a fluoranthene or substituted fluoranthene ring system; R1 contains not more than eight carbon carbon atoms and is a group STR1 wherein m is 0 or 1; R5 is hydrogen; R6 and R7 are the same or different and each is hydrogen or C1-3 alkyl optionally substituted by hydroxy; R8 and R9 are the same or different and each is hydrogen or C1-3 alkyl; STR2 is a five- or six-membered saturated carbocyclic ring; R10 is hydrogen, methyl or hydroxymethyl; R11, R12 and R13 are the same or different and each is hydrogen or methyl; R14 is hydrogen, methyl, hydroxy, or hydroxymethyl.