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Pyrene, 98%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Pyrene and its derivatives are used commercially to make dyes and dye precursors, for example pyranine and naphthalene-1,4,5,8-tetracarboxylic acid. It is used as a probe to determine solvent environments and fluorescence spectroscopy.
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Pyrene and its derivatives are used commercially to make dyes and dye precursors, for example pyranine and naphthalene-1,4,5,8-tetracarboxylic acid. It is used as a probe to determine solvent environments and fluorescence spectroscopy.
Solubility
Soluble in toluene. Insoluble in water.
Notes
Incompatible materials are oxidizing agents. Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Store away from oxidizing agents.
Specifications
Melting Point
148°C to 152°C
Density
1.271
Boiling Point
393°C
Flash Point
208°C (406°F)
Quantity
100 g
Beilstein
1307225
Merck Index
14,7963
Solubility Information
Soluble in toluene. Insoluble in water.
Formula Weight
202.26
Percent Purity
98%
Hazard Category
H336-H373
Hazard Statement
GHS H Statement
H332
Harmful if inhaled.
Precautionary Statement
P260-P271-P304+P340-P312-P314-P501c
DOTInformation
Hazard Class: 9; Packaging Group: III
EINECSNumber
204-927-3
RTECSNumber
UR2450000
TSCA
Yes
Recommended Storage
Ambient temperatures
RUO – Research Use Only
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