Benzo[a]pyrene-6,12-quinone is a polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) and metabolite of Benzopyrene (B205800) that can have toxic effects on fish bone metabolism. In utero exposure to Benzo[a]pyrene-6,12-quinone can also predispose offspring to cardiovascular dysfunction in later life.
Synthesis Reference(s)
Journal of the American Chemical Society, 78, p. 446, 1956 DOI:10.1021/ja01583a053 The Journal of Organic Chemistry, 40, p. 3283, 1975 DOI:10.1021/jo00910a028
Safety Profile
Questionable carcinogen withexperimental neoplastigenic data. Mutation data reported.When heated to decomposition it emits acrid smoke andirritating fumes.
