Anthracene, for scintillation, 99.5%

Name: Anthracene, for scintillation, 99.5%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-000012

About Anthracene, for scintillation, 99.5%

Anthracene (CAS 120-12-7) is an analytical reagent offered by Vaqora Chemicals in Scintillation grade with a typical assay of 99.5%. With the molecular formula C14H10, it has a molar mass of 178.23 g/mol. Alternative names: Anthraxcene and Paranaphthalene.

In its supplied form it is powder or crystals. Literature values give a melting point of 210-215 °C and a boiling point of 340 °C. Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Danger”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

It is commonly used for dyes and pigments manufacture and laboratory analysis. Our customers for this product work in academic and industrial research and textiles and dyeing.

Standard pack sizes are 25 g, 100 g, 5 x 1 kg and 4 x 25 kg, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

Dyes & pigments manufacture
Laboratory analysis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Anthracene, for scintillation, 99.5%
Catalogue No.	VQ-000012
CAS Number	120-12-7
IUPAC name	anthracene
Molecular formula	C₁₄H₁₀
Molecular weight	178.23 g/mol
Exact mass	178.0783
Grade	Scintillation
Purity / assay	99.5%
HSN code	29029090
InChIKey	MWPLVEDNUUSJAV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=CC=C2C=C3C=CC=CC3=CC2=C1
PubChem CID	8418

Physical properties
Physical form	Crystalline
Appearance	Powder or crystals
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

Synthesis

Anthracene, 96%

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

VQ-011207

AR

Anthracene, AR >99%

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

VQ-045855

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Anthracene, for scintillation, 99.5%?

The CAS Registry Number of Anthracene, for scintillation, 99.5% is 120-12-7. It is also known as Anthraxcene, Paranaphthalene, Anthracin.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Anthracene, for scintillation, 99.5%?

Anthracene, for scintillation, 99.5% 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, for scintillation, 99.5% can I order?

We supply Anthracene, for scintillation, 99.5% in Scintillation (99.5%) grade, in 25 g, 100 g, 5 x 1 kg, 4 x 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Anthracene, for scintillation, 99.5%?

Yes. Every lot of Anthracene, for scintillation, 99.5% 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, for scintillation, 99.5% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Anthracene, for scintillation, 99.5% 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.