Molekula
Anthracene
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Anthracene is a polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon used in organic synthesis, dye production, and as a fluorescent agent. It appears as colorless to pale yellow crystals and is soluble in organic solvents. Available in high purity (≥98%), it has a CAS number of 120-12-7, molecular formula C14H10, and molecular weight of 178.23 g/mol. Store at ambient temperature. Signal word: Warning. Molekula supplies Anthracene from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Beige solid |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 121 °C |
| Transport Class | 9 |
| Packing Group | III |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Yellow crystals with blue fluorescence |
| Odour | Weak aromatic odor |
| Melting Point | 216 °C |
| Boiling Point | 341.3 °C |
| Water Solubility | 0.0434 mg/L at 24 °C |
| Vapour Pressure | 0.08 Pa at 25 °C |
| log P (octanol/water) | 4.45 |
Source: PubChem CID 8418 (HSDB, ICSC)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90030013 |
| CAS Number | 120-12-7 |
| IUPAC Name | anthracene |
| EC Number | 204-371-1 |
| Molecular Formula | C14H10 |
| Molecular Weight | 178.23 |
| Exact Mass | 178.0783 |
| SMILES | C1=CC=C2C=C3C=CC=CC3=CC2=C1 |
| InChIKey | MWPLVEDNUUSJAV-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C14H10/c1-2-6-12-10-14-8-4-3-7-13(14)9-11(12)5-1/h1-10H |
| PubChem CID | 8418 |
| UN Number | UN3077 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2707.50.0000 |
| Tariff Code | 2707992090 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
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Hazardous to the Environment
GHS09
Hazard statements
- EUH440 Accumulates in the environment and living organisms including in humans
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
- H351 Suspected of causing cancer
- H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P273 Avoid release to the environment
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P303+361 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse with water/shower
- P304+340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Synonyms
- Acen
- Anthracen
- Anthracin
- Anthraxcene
- Anthrazen
- p-Naphthalene
- Paranaphthalene
- Sterilite hop defoliant
- Tetra Olive N2G
- WLN: L C666J
Frequently asked questions
What is anthracene used for?
Anthracene is primarily used in the synthesis of dyes, pigments, and organic semiconductors due to its fluorescent properties and stability.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of anthracene?
The chemical formula of anthracene is C14H10, and its molecular weight is 178.23 g/mol.
How should anthracene be stored?
Anthracene should be stored at ambient temperature, away from moisture and direct sunlight, in a tightly sealed container.
What grade of anthracene does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies anthracene in reagent grade, suitable for laboratory and industrial applications.
Can Molekula supply anthracene in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply anthracene in bulk quantities; please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with an order of anthracene?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS), compliant with GHS standards.
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