| Formula / Notation | C16H10 |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 129-00-0 |
| Molecular Weight | 202.25 |
| Melting Point | 313 °F (EPA, 1998) |
| Boiling Point | 759 °F at 760 mmHg (EPA, 1998) |
| Density | 1.27 at 73.4 °F (EPA, 1998) - Denser than water; will sink |
| Solubility | less than 1 mg/mL at 72 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Appearance | Pyrene is a colorless solid, solid and solutions have a slight blue fluorescence. Used in biochemical research. (EPA, 1998) |
| Also Known As | 129-00-0; Benzo[def]phenanthrene; Pyren; beta-Pyrene; Benzo(def)phenanthrene; NSC 17534; 9E0T7WFW93; DTXSID3024289; CHEBI:39106; AI3-23977 |
| Category | Organic Compounds |
What is Pyrene?
Pyrene is an ortho- and peri-fused polycyclic arene consisting of four fused benzene rings, resulting in a flat aromatic system. It has a role as a fluorescent probe and a persistent organic pollutant.
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: pyrene
Other Names / Synonyms: 129-00-0; Benzo[def]phenanthrene; Pyren; beta-Pyrene; Benzo(def)phenanthrene; NSC 17534; 9E0T7WFW93; DTXSID3024289; CHEBI:39106; AI3-23977
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 313 °F (EPA, 1998) |
| Boiling Point | 759 °F at 760 mmHg (EPA, 1998) |
| Density | 1.27 at 73.4 °F (EPA, 1998) - Denser than water; will sink |
| Molecular Weight | 202.25 |
| Solubility | less than 1 mg/mL at 72 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Appearance | Pyrene is a colorless solid, solid and solutions have a slight blue fluorescence. Used in biochemical research. (EPA, 1998) |
Uses & Applications
Safety Information
Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.
Key Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Pyrene is an ortho- and peri-fused polycyclic arene consisting of four fused benzene rings, resulting in a flat aromatic system. It has a role as a fluorescent probe and a persistent organic pollutant.
Used as an industrial feedstock, solvent, pharmaceutical intermediate, flavoring agent, or chemical building block.
Flammable or irritant. Many organic compounds are flammable liquids or vapours. Keep away from ignition sources. Consult SDS for specific hazard data.
The formula or notation for Pyrene is: C16H10