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CAS 635-12-1

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1,4-Anthraquinone

Description:
1,4-Anthraquinone is an organic compound characterized by its distinct structure, which consists of a fused ring system containing three fused benzene rings with two carbonyl groups positioned at the 1 and 4 positions. This compound appears as a yellow to reddish-brown crystalline solid and is known for its relatively high melting point and low solubility in water, but it is soluble in organic solvents such as ethanol and acetone. 1,4-Anthraquinone is primarily used in the dye industry as a precursor for various dyes and pigments, particularly in the production of anthraquinone dyes. Additionally, it has applications in the field of organic synthesis and as a redox mediator in electrochemical processes. The compound exhibits interesting photophysical properties, making it useful in research related to photochemistry and materials science. It is important to handle 1,4-anthraquinone with care, as it may pose health risks upon exposure, including potential carcinogenic effects.
Formula:C14H8O2
InChI:InChI=1/C14H8O2/c15-13-5-6-14(16)12-8-10-4-2-1-3-9(10)7-11(12)13/h1-8H
InChI key:InChIKey=LSOTZYUVGZKSHR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES:c1ccc2cc3c(cc2c1)C(=O)C=CC3=O
Synonyms:
  • 1,4-Anthracenedione
  • 1,4-Anthracenequinone
  • 1,4-Dihydroanthracene-1,4-dione
  • 1,4-Dioxoanthracene
  • Anthracene-1,4-Dione
  • NSC 104530
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