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3,4,9,10-Perylenetetracarboxylic dianhydride

Also known as: PTCDA, Perylene-3,4,9,10-tetracarboxylic dianhydride, Perylenetetracarboxylic dianhydride, Perylo[3,4-cd:9,10-c'd']dipyran-1,3,8,10-tetrone, Pigment Red 224, C.I.Pigment Red 224, Anthra[2,1,9-def:6,5,10-d'e'f']diisochromene-1,3,8,10-tetraone, Perylenetetracarboxydianhydride, Per acid, 3,4,9,10-Perylenedianhydride

3,4,9,10-Perylenetetracarboxylic dianhydride (CAS 128-69-8) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C24H8O6 and a molecular weight of 392.32 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of >300 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 755.8±33.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.8±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 329.9±25.4 °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 Nov 3, 2026.

CAS No.
128-69-8
Jingsj CID
J-29829-0
Molecular Formula
C24H8O6
Molecular Weight
392.32 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
11/3/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point>300 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point755.8±33.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.8±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point329.9±25.4 °C
Exact Mass392.032074
PSA86.74000
LogP3.01
Vapor Pressure0.0±2.5 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.973
Additional Propertyinsoluble

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Activity & Biological Data

Additional Information[1]. F.S. Tautz, et al. Structure and bonding of large aromatic molecules on noble metal surfaces: The example of PTCDA. Progress in Surface Science. Volume 82, Issues 9-12, 2007, Pages 479-520.

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2932999099
Summary2932999099. other heterocyclic compounds with oxygen hetero-atom(s) only. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:20.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 3,4,9,10-Perylenetetracarboxylic dianhydride?

The CAS number of 3,4,9,10-Perylenetetracarboxylic dianhydride is 128-69-8.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3,4,9,10-Perylenetetracarboxylic dianhydride?

3,4,9,10-Perylenetetracarboxylic dianhydride has molecular formula C24H8O6 and molecular weight 392.32 g/mol.

Is 3,4,9,10-Perylenetetracarboxylic dianhydride hazardous?

3,4,9,10-Perylenetetracarboxylic dianhydride 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 3,4,9,10-Perylenetetracarboxylic dianhydride?

For 3,4,9,10-Perylenetetracarboxylic dianhydride, Upstream Products: Pigment Red 179; Downstream Products: perylene, Pigment Red 179, N,N'-Bis(3,5-dimethylphenyl)-3,4,9,10-perylenetetracarboxylic diimide.

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