Anthracene, 96%

Name: Anthracene, 96%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-011207

About Anthracene, 96%

Listed under CAS 120-12-7, Anthracene is a hydrocarbon available from Vaqora Chemicals (Synthesis grade) at a purity of 98%. Formula C14H10, molecular weight 178.23 g/mol. Common synonyms include Anthraxcene and Paranaphthalene.

It is supplied as a powder. Literature values give a melting point of 210-215 °C and a boiling point of 340 °C. Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. Under GHS it is labelled “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

Key uses span dyes and pigments manufacture and organic synthesis. Typical end-use sectors are pharmaceutical manufacturing, academic and industrial research and textiles and dyeing.

Standard pack sizes are 100 g, 500 g, 5 kg and 25 kg, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

Dyes & pigments manufacture
Organic synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Anthracene, 96%
Catalogue No.	VQ-011207
CAS Number	120-12-7
IUPAC name	anthracene
Molecular formula	C₁₄H₁₀
Molecular weight	178.23 g/mol
Exact mass	178.0783
Grade	Synthesis
Purity / assay	98%
HSN code	29029090
InChIKey	MWPLVEDNUUSJAV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=CC=C2C=C3C=CC=CC3=CC2=C1
PubChem CID	8418

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	Powder
Melting point	210-215 °C
Boiling point	340 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	4.4
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 0
TPSA	0 Å²
UN number	UN 3077
Synonyms	Anthraxcene, Paranaphthalene, Anthracin, Tetra Olive N2G, p-Naphthalene, Sterilite hop defoliant, Anthracene, pure, Anthracene, analytical standard, AN3, acene, antracene, 9-Anthracene

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Health hazard

Environmental hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H350May cause cancer
H400Very toxic to aquatic life
H410Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P203, P264, P264 + P265, P273, P280, P302 + P352, P305 + P351 + P338, P318, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P391, P405, 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

Other grades of CAS 120-12-7

AR

Anthracene, AR >99%

CAS: 120-12-7
Formula: C₁₄H₁₀
MW: 178.23 g/mol

VQ-045855

Scintillation

Anthracene, for scintillation, 99.5%

CAS: 120-12-7
Formula: C₁₄H₁₀
MW: 178.23 g/mol

VQ-000012

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Anthracene, 96%?

The CAS Registry Number of Anthracene, 96% is 120-12-7. It is also known as Anthraxcene, Paranaphthalene, Anthracin.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Anthracene, 96%?

Anthracene, 96% has the molecular formula C14H10 and a molecular weight of 178.23 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is anthracene.

Which grade and pack sizes of Anthracene, 96% can I order?

We supply Anthracene, 96% in Synthesis (98%) grade, in 100 g, 500 g, 5 kg, 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Anthracene, 96%?

Yes. Every lot of Anthracene, 96% 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 Anthracene, 96% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Anthracene, 96% is classified as hazardous (UN 3077), 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.