Anthracene
Also known as: ANTHRACEN, Anthracen, Coal tar pitch volatiles:anthracene, Crudeanthracene, EINECS 204-371-1, MFCD00001240, Paranaphthalene, Sterilite hop defoliant, Tetra Olive N2G, Tricyclo[8.4.0.03,8]tetradeca-1,3,5,7,9,11,13-heptaene, anthracene, coaltarpitchvolatiles:anthracene, p-Naphthalene, tetraoliven2g
Anthracene (CAS 120-12-7) is a compound in the Aromatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C14H10 and a molecular weight of 178.229 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 215 °C, a boiling point of 337.4±9.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 146.6±12.8 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 120-12-7
- Jingsj CID
- J-1011117-2
- Molecular Formula
- C14H10
- Molecular Weight
- 178.229 g/mol
- Category
- Aromatic Hydrocarbons
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 215 °C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 337.4±9.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 146.6±12.8 °C |
| Exact Mass | 178.078247 |
| LogP | 4.68 |
| Additional Property | 6.15 (vs air) |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.3 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.715 |
| Additional Property | 0.045 mg/L (25 ºC) |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
- H410 — Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2902909090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2902909090 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 Anthracene?
The CAS number of Anthracene is 120-12-7.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Anthracene?
Anthracene has molecular formula C14H10 and molecular weight 178.229 g/mol.
Is Anthracene hazardous?
Anthracene has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Anthracene?
For Anthracene, Downstream Products: 3,4-Diacetyl-2,5-hexanedione, Anthracene-9-carboxylic acid, 9-Anthraldehyde.
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