Anthraquinone-2-carboxylic acid
Also known as: 2-Anthraquinonecarboxylic acid, 9,10-Dihydro-9,10-dioxo-2-anthracenecarboxylic acid, 9,10-Dioxo-9,10-dihydroanthracene-2-carboxylic acid, 9,10-dioxoanthracene-2-carboxylic acid, 2-Carboxyanthraquinone, β-Anthraquinonecarboxylic acid
Anthraquinone-2-carboxylic acid (CAS 117-78-2) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C15H8O4 and a molecular weight of 252.222 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 287-289, a boiling point of 518.3±39.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.5±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 281.3±23.6 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 117-78-2
- Jingsj CID
- J-46031-1
- Molecular Formula
- C15H8O4
- Molecular Weight
- 252.222 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 287-289 |
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| Boiling Point | 518.3±39.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.5±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 281.3±23.6 °C |
| Exact Mass | 252.042252 |
| PSA | 71.44000 |
| LogP | 3.06 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±1.4 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.690 |
| Stability | Stable. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents. |
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Park JG, et al. Anti-Inflammatory and Antinociceptive Activities of Anthraquinone-2-Carboxylic Acid. Mediators Inflamm. 2016;2016:1903849. |
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Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2918300090 |
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| Summary | 2918300090 other carboxylic acids with aldehyde or ketone function but without other oxygen function, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:6.5%。General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Anthraquinone-2-carboxylic acid?
The CAS number of Anthraquinone-2-carboxylic acid is 117-78-2.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Anthraquinone-2-carboxylic acid?
Anthraquinone-2-carboxylic acid has molecular formula C15H8O4 and molecular weight 252.222 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Anthraquinone-2-carboxylic acid?
For Anthraquinone-2-carboxylic acid, Upstream Products: 2-Methylanthraquinone, 2-METHYLANTHRACENE, Anthracene-2-carboxylic acid; Downstream Products: 2-(HYDROXYMETHYL)ANTHRACENE, Imidazole, Anthracene-2-carboxylic acid.
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