3-Methylcholanthrene

3-甲基胆蒽标准溶液

Also known as: 3-Methyl-1,2-dihydrocyclopenta[ij]tetraphene, 3-methyl-1,2-dihydrobenzo[j]aceanthrylene, 3-methylcholanthrene, Benz[j]aceanthrylene, 1,2-dihydro-3-methyl-, EINECS 200-276-4, MFCD00003704

3-Methylcholanthrene (CAS 56-49-5) is a compound in the Aromatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C21H16 and a molecular weight of 268.352 g/mol. It is also known as 3-Methyl-1,2-dihydrocyclopenta[ij]tetraphene, 3-methyl-1,2-dihydrobenzo[j]aceanthrylene and 3-methylcholanthrene. Key properties include a melting point of 178-180ºC, a boiling point of 506.4±30.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 253.2±18.7 °C. GHS signal word: Danger. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
56-49-5
Jingsj CID
J-1354966-4
Molecular Formula
C21H16
Chinese Name
3-甲基胆蒽标准溶液
Molecular Weight
268.352 g/mol
Category
Aromatic Hydrocarbons
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point178-180ºC
Boiling Point506.4±30.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.2±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point253.2±18.7 °C

GHS Safety & Compliance

Health HazardSignal word: Danger

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 3-Methylcholanthrene?

The CAS number of 3-Methylcholanthrene is 56-49-5.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-Methylcholanthrene?

3-Methylcholanthrene has molecular formula C21H16 and molecular weight 268.352 g/mol.

Is 3-Methylcholanthrene hazardous?

3-Methylcholanthrene has GHS signal word Danger.

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