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Anthracene, 99%
Description
Anthracene is used in the production of the red dyealizarin and other dyes.
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
Anthracene is used in the production of the red dyealizarin and other dyes.
Solubility
Soluble in alcohol, methanol (1.8 g/100 g), hexane (0.37 g/100 g). Insoluble in water.
Notes
Store in cool, dry conditions in well sealed containers. keep container tightly closed. Store away from strong oxidizing agents.
Specifications
Specifications
| Melting Point | 214°C to 218°C |
| Density | 1.25 |
| Boiling Point | 340°C to 342°C |
| Flash Point | 121°C (249°F) |
| Quantity | 25 g |
| UN Number | UN3077 |
| Beilstein | 1905429 |
| Merck Index | 14,682 |
| Solubility Information | Soluble in alcohol,methanol (1.8g/100 g),hexane (0.37g/100 g). Insoluble in water. |
| Formula Weight | 178.23 |
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Safety and Handling
- Warning
- LONG-TERM AQUATIC HAZARD Chronic 1
- Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2
- H315-Causes skin irritation.
- H410-Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
- P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
- P302+P352-IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water/.
- P332+P313-If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
RUO – Research Use Only
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