Anthraquinone

Description

Anthraquinone · CAS 84-65-1 · C14H8O2. UNII 030MS0JBDO. Boiling Point: 714 to 718 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992); Boiling Point: 377 °C at 760 mm Hg; Boiling Point: 380 °C.

Identification

Computed Descriptors

Physical & Chemical Properties

Physical description & handling notes

• Anthraquinone appears as yellow crystals or powder. (NTP, 1992)
• Dry Powder
• Light yellow or nearly colorless solid; [Merck Index] Yellow powder; [MSDSonline]
• LIGHT YELLOW CRYSTALS.
• Light yellow, slender monoclinic prisms by sublimation in vacuo. Almost colorless, orthorhombic, bipyramidal crystals from sulfuric acid and water.
• Yellow rhombic needles from alcohol, benzene

Regulatory Status

GHS Hazard Classification

Documented Uses

• Used as a chemical intermediate for dyes and pigments, an additive in Kraft pulp processing, a catalyst in vegetable oil processing, an accelerant in nickel electroplating, an additive in tire manufacturing, and a bird repellent; [HSDB]
• Electroplating [Category: Plate]
• Pulp and Paper Processing [Category: Industry]
• Chem intermediate for vat dyes, acid dyes, mordant dyes, disperse dyes, solvent dyes, and for pigments
• Anthraquinone serves as the basis for the production of a large number of acid and base dyes, vat dyes, disperse dyes, and reactive dyes.
• As an additive in the soda and kraft chemical alkaline pulping processes in the paper pulping industry.

Synonyms

ANTHRAQUINONE; 84-65-1; anthracene-9,10-dione; 9,10-Anthraquinone; 9,10-Anthracenedione; Anthradione; Hoelite; Morkit; 9,10-Dioxoanthracene; Corbit; Anthrapel; 9,10-Anthrachinon; DTXSID3020095; Avipel; Kawasaki saq; Anthracene, 9,10-dihydro-9,10-dioxo-

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the CAS number and molecular formula of Anthraquinone?

CAS 84-65-1; molecular formula C14H8O2; molecular weight — g/mol.

What other names is Anthraquinone known by?

ANTHRAQUINONE, 84-65-1, anthracene-9,10-dione, 9,10-Anthraquinone, 9,10-Anthracenedione, Anthradione.

What is the regulatory status of Anthraquinone?

Documented regulatory listings: FDA Cumulative Estimated Daily Intake (CEDI): FCS; FDA Inventory of Food Contact Substances Listed in 21 CFR: FCS.

Is Anthraquinone classified as hazardous?

4.1% of GHS notifications report no hazard classification (10 of 242).

What are the key physical properties of Anthraquinone?

Boiling Point: 714 to 718 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992); Boiling Point: 377 °C at 760 mm Hg; Boiling Point: 380 °C; Boiling Point: 376.9 °C @760 [mm Hg].

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