2-Hydroxy-3-methylanthraquinone

Also known as: 2-Hydroxy-3-methylanthracene-9,10-dione, 9,10-Anthracenedione, 2-hydroxy-3-methyl-, 3-Hydroxy-2-methylanthraquinone, 2-Methyl-3-hydroxyanthraquinone, Emodin Impurity 16, W1213

2-Hydroxy-3-methylanthraquinone (CAS 17241-40-6) is a compound in the Ketones category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C15H10O3 and a molecular weight of 238.238 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 439.7±34.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 233.8±22.2 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 17241-40-6
Jingsj CID: J-1956540-3
Molecular Formula: C₁₅H₁₀O₃
Molecular Weight: 238.238 g/mol
Category: Ketones
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point	439.7±34.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density	1.4±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point	233.8±22.2 °C
Exact Mass	238.062988
PSA	54.37000
LogP	3.83
Vapor Pressure	0.0±1.1 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index	1.676

Activity & Biological Data

Target	55 μM (HepG2 cells)[1]
Additional Information	[1]. Shi Y, Wang CH, Gong XG. Apoptosis-inducing effects of two anthraquinones from Hedyotis diffusa WILLD. Biol Pharm Bull. 2008;31(6):1075-1078.

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code	2914690090
Summary	2914690090 other quinones。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:5.5%。General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 2-Hydroxy-3-methylanthraquinone?

The CAS number of 2-Hydroxy-3-methylanthraquinone is 17241-40-6.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Hydroxy-3-methylanthraquinone?

2-Hydroxy-3-methylanthraquinone has molecular formula C15H10O3 and molecular weight 238.238 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-Hydroxy-3-methylanthraquinone?

For 2-Hydroxy-3-methylanthraquinone, Upstream Products: Phthalic anhydride, o-Cresol, 2-Chloro-1,4-naphthoquinone; Downstream Products: 2-METHYLANTHRACENE, 1,2-dimethoxy-3-methylanthracene-9,10-dione.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

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