Triptycene

Also known as: 9,10-Dihydro-9,10-[1,2]benzenoanthracene, 9,10-Dihydro-o-benzeno-anthracen, 9,10-O-BENZENO-9,10-DIHYDROANTHRACENE, 9,10-dihydro-9,10-o-benzenoanthracene, 9,10-o-Benzeno-9,10-dihydroanthracene, 9,10-o-Benzenoanthracene, 9,10-dihydro-, Anthracene, 9,10-dihydro-9,10-O-benzeno-, EINECS 207-519-3, MFCD00003813, Pentacyclo[6.6.6.0.0.0]icosa-2,4,6,9,11,13,15,17,19-nonaene, RARECHEM AQ BC 8A30, TRIPTYCENE, Tribenzobicyclo[2.2.2]octatriene, Triptycene,98+%, Tryptycene, pentacyclo[6.6.6.0.0.0]icosa-2,4,6,9,11,13,15,17,19-nonaene (non-preferred name)

Triptycene (CAS 477-75-8) is a compound in the Aliphatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C20H14 and a molecular weight of 254.325 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 252-254ºC(lit.), a boiling point of 371.8±37.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 171.7±20.6 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.

477-75-8

Jingsj CID

J-15435-8

Molecular Formula

C₂₀H₁₄

Molecular Weight

254.325 g/mol

Category

Aliphatic Hydrocarbons

Last updated

8/21/2026