Triphenylene
Also known as: 1,2:3,4-Dibenznaphthalene, 10,9-Borazaro-10-phenyl-phenanthren, 10-Phenyl-10,9-borazaro-phenanthren, 10-phenyl-9,10-azaboraphenanthrene, 6-Phenyl-5,6-dihydro-dibenz[1,2]azaborinin, 6-phenyl-5,6-dihydro-dibenz[1,2]azaborinine, 6-phenyl-5,6-dihydro-dibenzo[1,2]azaborinine, 9,10-Benzophenanthrene, 9,10-azabora-phenanthrene, Benzo[l]phenanthrene, EINECS 205-922-9, MFCD00001108, benzophenanthrene, isochrysene, triphenylene
Triphenylene (CAS 217-59-4) is a compound in the Aromatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C18H12 and a molecular weight of 228.288 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 195-198 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 425.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 209.1±13.7 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H318 — Causes serious eye damage and H410 — Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 217-59-4
- Jingsj CID
- J-27174-1
- Molecular Formula
- C18H12
- Molecular Weight
- 228.288 g/mol
- Category
- Aromatic Hydrocarbons
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 195-198 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 425.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 209.1±13.7 °C |
| Exact Mass | 228.093903 |
| LogP | 5.91 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.5 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.771 |
| Storage Conditions | 2-8°C |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H318 — Causes serious eye damage
- H410 — Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Triphenylene?
The CAS number of Triphenylene is 217-59-4.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Triphenylene?
Triphenylene has molecular formula C18H12 and molecular weight 228.288 g/mol.
Is Triphenylene hazardous?
Triphenylene has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H318 — Causes serious eye damage; H410 — Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Triphenylene?
For Triphenylene, Upstream Products: 1,2-Dibromobenzene, 1,2-Benzenediboronic Acid Bis(pinacol) Ester, 2,2'-Dibromobiphenyl; Downstream Products: Mellitic acid, 2-Bromotriphenylene, Triphenylene.
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