Anthacrolein

Name: Anthacrolein
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-043980

About Anthacrolein

Anthacrolein (CAS 38982-12-6) is an impurity of Anthracene offered by Vaqora Chemicals. With the molecular formula C17H12O, it has a molar mass of 232.28 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is 3-anthracen-9-ylprop-2-enal. Alternative names: 3-(9-Anthryl)acrolein (Anthacrolein) and 3-(9-Anthracenyl)-2-propenal.

It is supplied as a solid. Keep the vial tightly closed, protected from light and humidity, at the temperature stated on the Certificate of Analysis. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Warning”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

This Anthracene impurity supports analytical method development and validation (AMV), batch release testing and the impurity sections of ANDA and DMF filings. Typical end-use sectors are pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Available in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs, Anthacrolein is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Analytical method development
Method validation (AMV)
QC release testing
ANDA / DMF filings

Industries

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Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Anthacrolein
Catalogue No.	VQ-043980
CAS Number	38982-12-6
IUPAC name	3-anthracen-9-ylprop-2-enal
Molecular formula	C₁₇H₁₂O
Molecular weight	232.28 g/mol
Exact mass	232.0888
Grade	Reference Standard
HSN code	38229090
InChIKey	NLHDGEXLFCDTHQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=CC=C2C(=C1)C=C3C=CC=CC3=C2C=CC=O
PubChem CID	3016028

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
LogP (XLogP3)	4.6
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 1
TPSA	17.1 Å²
Synonyms	3-(9-Anthryl)acrolein (Anthacrolein), 3-(9-Anthracenyl)-2-propenal, 3-(9-Anthryl)propenal, 3-(9-anthryl)-propenal, 3-(9-anthryl)prop-2-enal, (E)-3-anthracen-9-ylprop-2-enal

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Environmental hazard

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H315Causes skin irritation
H317May cause an allergic skin reaction
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H411Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P272, P273, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P305 + P351 + P338, P321, P330, P332 + P317, P333 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P391, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Anthacrolein?

The CAS Registry Number of Anthacrolein is 38982-12-6. It is also known as 3-(9-Anthryl)acrolein (Anthacrolein), 3-(9-Anthracenyl)-2-propenal, 3-(9-Anthryl)propenal.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Anthacrolein?

Anthacrolein has the molecular formula C17H12O and a molecular weight of 232.28 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 3-anthracen-9-ylprop-2-enal.

What is Anthacrolein used for?

Anthacrolein is supplied as a characterised reference material related to Anthracene. It is used for analytical method development and validation (AMV), impurity profiling, stability studies and quality control, and in ANDA/DMF regulatory filings.

Which grade and pack sizes of Anthacrolein can I order?

We supply Anthacrolein in Reference Standard grade, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Anthacrolein?

Yes. Every lot of Anthacrolein is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Anthacrolein be shipped internationally?

Yes. Anthacrolein is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.