Fluoranthene

Fluoranthene (CAS 206-44-0, EC 205-912-4, formula C16H10) is a polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon also known by the trade names Idryl and ClusterCarbon, and referenced under NSC 6803 and the synonym benzo[jk]fluorene. It is not assigned an E-code and is classified under HS code 29029090.

In the oil and gas sector, fluoranthene serves as a reference standard and tracer compound for identifying PAH contamination profiles in crude oil fractions and environmental monitoring programs. It also functions as a precursor in organic electronics research, where its conjugated ring structure supports charge-transfer properties in experimental semiconductor formulations.

Fluoranthene is supplied as a crystalline powder or solid chunks, with purity grades typically ranging from technical to high-purity research grade. The substance falls under REACH registration obligations within the EU, and buyers should confirm SDS compliance and substance identity documentation prior to procurement. Packaging formats vary by supplier and order volume.