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Benzo(a)fluorene

Also known as: 1,2-BENZOFLUORENE, 1,2-benzfluorene, 1,2-benzofluorene, 1.2-benzfluorene, 11H-BENZO(A)FLUORENE, 11H-Benzo[a]fluorene, BENZO(A)FLUORENE, CHRYSOFLUORENE, EINECS 205-944-9, MFCD00039578, a-Naphthofluorene, alpha-naphthofluorene, b(a)f, benz[a]fluorene, benzofluorene(non-specificname)

Benzo(a)fluorene (CAS 238-84-6) is a compound in the Aromatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C17H12 and a molecular weight of 216.277 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 185-190ºC, a boiling point of 398.3±12.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 185.4±13.7 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
238-84-6
Jingsj CID
J-1010479-2
Molecular Formula
C17H12
Molecular Weight
216.277 g/mol
Category
Aromatic Hydrocarbons
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point185-190ºC
Boiling Point398.3±12.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.2±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point185.4±13.7 °C
Exact Mass216.093903
LogP5.39
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.4 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.714

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2902909090
Summary2902909090 other aromatic hydrocarbons。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:2.0%。General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Benzo(a)fluorene?

The CAS number of Benzo(a)fluorene is 238-84-6.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Benzo(a)fluorene?

Benzo(a)fluorene has molecular formula C17H12 and molecular weight 216.277 g/mol.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "Benzo(a)fluorene (CAS 238-84-6)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1010479-2 (accessed 2026-11-06).

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