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1-Pyrenebutyric acid

Also known as: 1-Pyrenebutanoic acid, 1-Pyrenebutyrate, 1-Pyrenylbutyric acid, 4-(1-Pyrenyl)butanoic acid, 4-(Pyren-1-yl)butanoic acid, Pyrene-1-butyric acid, Pyrene-3-butyric acid, PyBA

1-Pyrenebutyric acid (CAS 3443-45-6) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C20H16O2 and a molecular weight of 288.340 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 184-186 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 515.9±19.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 412.3±16.6 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
3443-45-6
Jingsj CID
J-33884-1
Molecular Formula
C20H16O2
Molecular Weight
288.340 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point184-186 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point515.9±19.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.3±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point412.3±16.6 °C
Exact Mass288.115021
PSA37.30000
LogP5.37
Vapor Pressure0.0±1.4 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.775

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Activity & Biological Data

Additional Information[1]. Wang L, et, al. Fluorescence determination of DNA with 1-pyrenebutyric acid nanoparticles coated with beta-cyclodextrin as a fluorescence probe. Spectrochim Acta A Mol Biomol Spectrosc. 2005 Apr;61(6):1201-5. [2]. Hinnemo M, et, al. On Monolayer Formation of Pyrenebutyric Acid on Graphene. Langmuir. 2017 Apr 18;33(15):3588-3593.

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2916399090
Summary2916399090 other aromatic monocarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:none MFN tariff:6.5% General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 1-Pyrenebutyric acid?

The CAS number of 1-Pyrenebutyric acid is 3443-45-6.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 1-Pyrenebutyric acid?

1-Pyrenebutyric acid has molecular formula C20H16O2 and molecular weight 288.340 g/mol.

Is 1-Pyrenebutyric acid hazardous?

1-Pyrenebutyric acid has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 1-Pyrenebutyric acid?

For 1-Pyrenebutyric acid, Upstream Products: 4-Oxo-4-(1-pyrenyl)butanoic acid, Pyrene, 1-Pyreneacetic acid; Downstream Products: 1-Pyrenebutyric hydrazide, 9,10-Dihydrobenzo[a]pyren-7(8H)-one, Benzo(a)pyrene.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "1-Pyrenebutyric acid (CAS 3443-45-6)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-33884-1 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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