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9-Anthracenecarboxylic acid
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9-Anthracenecarboxylic acid is a polycyclic aromatic carboxylic acid used in organic synthesis and as a building block in materials science. In laboratory research it is also used as a chloride channel blocker, and it is supplied for stain and indicator applications. It is a white to off-white crystalline solid with a molecular formula of C15H10O2 and a molecular weight of 222.24 g/mol. It has a CAS number of 723-62-6 and should be stored at ambient temperatures. The substance is classified with a warning signal word due to potential hazards. Molekula supplies 9-Anthracenecarboxylic acid from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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25 g — £30.90 per pack ex VAT · £37.08 inc. VAT
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100 g — £98.90 per pack ex VAT · £118.68 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Pale yellow to pale green powder |
| Melting Point | 214 - 218°C |
| Water | ≤ 0.5% |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
| Assay | ≥ 98.5% (titration w/ TBAH) |
| Anthracene | ≤ 0.5% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Acid |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Vapour Pressure | 0.00000022 mmHg |
Source: PubChem CID 2201 (Haz-Map)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 72853037 |
| CAS Number | 723-62-6 |
| IUPAC Name | anthracene-9-carboxylic acid |
| EC Number | 211-964-9 |
| Molecular Formula | C15H10O2 |
| Molecular Weight | 222.24 |
| Exact Mass | 222.0681 |
| SMILES | C1=CC=C2C(=C1)C=C3C=CC=CC3=C2C(=O)O |
| InChIKey | XGWFJBFNAQHLEF-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C15H10O2/c16-15(17)14-12-7-3-1-5-10(12)9-11-6-2-4-8-13(11)14/h1-9H,(H,16,17) |
| PubChem CID | 2201 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 32129000 |
| Tariff Code | 3212900000 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
- USH01 May form combustible dust concentrations in air
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- 9-AC
- 9-AC cpd
- 9-ACA
- 9-Anthroic acid
- 9-Carboxyanthracene
- ANCA
- Anthracene-10-carboxylic acid
- anthracene-9-carboxylic acid
- KBioGR_001569
- Spectrum4_000875
Frequently asked questions
What is 9-Anthracenecarboxylic acid used for?
It is primarily used as a building block in organic synthesis, particularly in the development of organic semiconductors and fluorescent materials.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of 9-Anthracenecarboxylic acid?
The formula is C15H10O2 with a molecular weight of 222.24 g/mol.
How should 9-Anthracenecarboxylic acid be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and light.
What grade is available for 9-Anthracenecarboxylic acid?
Available in technical grade; purity details are provided upon request.
Can Molekula supply 9-Anthracenecarboxylic acid in bulk?
Yes, bulk quantities are available—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with an order of 9-Anthracenecarboxylic acid?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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