Pyrene, 98%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Description

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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Applications
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: 25 g
• Beilstein: 1307225
• Merck Index: 14,7963
• Solubility Information: Soluble in toluene. Insoluble in water.
• Formula Weight: 202.26
• Percent Purity: 98%
• Chemical Name or Material: Pyrene

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