2,3-Benzanthracene

Description

2,3-Benzanthracene · CAS 92-24-0 · C18H12. UNII QYJ5Z6712R. Melting Point: 357 °C. [ChemIDplus]; LogP: 5.76.

Identification

CAS Registry Number	92-24-0
PubChem CID	7080
Molecular formula	C18H12
IUPAC name	tetracene
UNII (FDA)	QYJ5Z6712R

Computed Descriptors

Molecular Weight	228.3
XLogP3	5.9
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count	0
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count	0
Rotatable Bond Count	0
Exact Mass	228.093900383
Monoisotopic Mass	228.093900383
Topological Polar Surface Area	0
Heavy Atom Count	18
Formal Charge	0

Physical & Chemical Properties

Melting Point	357 °C. [ChemIDplus]
LogP	5.76

Physical description & handling notes

• "Orange leaflets from xylene"; melting point = 341 degrees C; [Merck Index] Has slight green fluorescence in daylight; [Hawley]

GHS Hazard Classification

Reported hazard statements	H302 (20%), H312 (20%), H332 (20%), H400 (80%), H410 (80%)

Documented Uses

• Present in coal tar and contaminates commercial anthracene; [Merck Index] Used in organic synthesis; [Hawley]
• PAHs are released into the environment via the combustion of fossil fuels, coke oven emissions and vehicle exhausts, as well as naturally from forest fires and vocanic eruptions. PAHs from these sources may contaminate nearly water systems. They are also found in coal tar and charbroiled food. (L10)
• PAH metabolism occurs in all tissues, usually by cytochrome P-450 and its associated enzymes. PAHs are metabolized into reactive intermediates, which include epoxide intermediates, dihydrodiols, phenols, quinones, and their various combinations. The phenols, quinones, and dihydrodiols can all be conjugated to glucuronides and sulfate esters; the quinones also form glutathione conjugates. (L10)

Synonyms

Naphthacene; TETRACENE; 92-24-0; 2,3-Benzanthracene; Benz[b]anthracene; Chrysogen; Rubene; Benz(b)anthracene; 2,3-Benzanthrene; QYJ5Z6712R; DTXSID4059045; CHEBI:32600; RefChem:164592; DTXCID6048751; 202-138-9; MFCD00003702

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the CAS number and molecular formula of 2,3-Benzanthracene?

CAS 92-24-0; molecular formula C18H12; molecular weight — g/mol.

What other names is 2,3-Benzanthracene known by?

Naphthacene, TETRACENE, 92-24-0, 2,3-Benzanthracene, Benz[b]anthracene, Chrysogen.

Is 2,3-Benzanthracene classified as hazardous?

Hazard statements reported: H302, H312, H332, H400, H410.

What are the key physical properties of 2,3-Benzanthracene?

Melting Point: 357 °C. [ChemIDplus]; LogP: 5.76.

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