Overview
Anthracene (CAS 120-12-7 ), also known as Anthracin or Anthracen, is a polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon derived from coal tar distillation. It serves primarily as a precursor and intermediate in the manufacture of dyes and pigments.
This material is essential for specialty organic compounds used in industrial applications. In the dye and pigment industry, it is a key feedstock for producing anthraquinone-based colorants, including vat dyes used in textile processing.
Industrial coatings and printing ink formulators source it as an intermediate for high-performance pigments. These pigments are valued for their strong lightfastness and heat resistance in demanding manufacturing environments.
In coatings and sealant formulations, derived compounds contribute to UV-absorbing and fluorescent properties. These characteristics are highly relevant to specialty protective coatings and advanced material science applications.
The compound also has documented use as a scintillator material in detection applications. Its fluorescent response under radiation is commercially exploited for specialized sensors and scientific instrumentation.
The product is supplied as a pale yellow crystalline powder or flakes. Purity grades typically range from technical grade to 99%+ refined material for laboratory and specialty synthesis use.
Standard commercial offerings include technical-grade material for industrial dye synthesis. High-purity grades are also available for research or scintillation applications requiring specific performance metrics.
Bulk quantities are available from coal tar processing streams for large-scale manufacturing. Refined grades are packaged for smaller-volume specialty buyers and laboratory distribution networks.
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Physical Properties
| Melting Point | 218 °C |
| Boiling Point | 342 °C |
| Density | 1.25 g/cm³ @ Temp: 27 °C |
| Flash Point | 121 °C |
| Appearance | Anthracene is colorless, to pale yellow crystalline solid with a bluish fluorescence. PAHs are compounds containing multiple benzene rings and are also called polynuclear aromatic hydrocarbons. |
| Color | off-white to yellow |
| Form | powder |
| Water Solubility | 0.045 mg/L (25 ºC) |
| Vapor Pressure | 1 mm Hg ( 145 °C) |
| Refractive Index | 1.5948 |
| Log P | 4.65 at 20℃ |
Safety & Handling
Danger GHS07 GHS08 GHS09 Hazard Statements H315 Causes skin irritation H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction H319 Causes serious eye irritation H335 May cause respiratory irritation H350 May cause cancer H351 Suspected of causing cancer H373 May causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure H400 Very toxic to aquatic life H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects Precautionary Statements P203 Obtain, consult and follow expert instructions for use. P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P264 Wash … thoroughly after handling. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P272 Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P318 IF exposed or concerned, get medical advice. P319 Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell. P321 Specific treatment (see … on this label). P391 Collect spillage. P405 Store locked up. P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local regulations. P264+P265 Wash … thoroughly after handling. P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water. P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. P332+P317 Get emergency medical help. P333+P317 Get emergency medical help. P337+P317 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. Get emergency medical help. P362+P364 Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. P403+P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
Trade & Regulatory
| HS Code | 29029010 |
| UN Number | 3077 |
| ADR Class | 9 |
| Packing Group | III |
| Storage Class | 11 - Combustible Solids |
| WGK (Germany) | 2 |
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Chemical Properties
- CAS Number
- 120-12-7
- EC Number
- 204-371-1
- Mol. Weight
- 178.23
- HS Code
- 29029010
- Category
- Pigments & Colorants