2,6-Dihydroxyanthraquinone
Also known as: 2,6-Dihydroxy-9,10-anthracenedione, 2,6-Dihydroxy-9,10-anthraquinone, 2,6-Dihydroxyanthracene-9,10-dione, 9,10-Anthracenedione, 2,6-dihydroxy-, Anthraflavic acid, Anthraflavin, NSC-33531, EINECS 201-544-3, MFCD00001228, Anthrafravic acid, 2,6-DIHYDROXYANTHRAQUINONE
2,6-Dihydroxyanthraquinone (CAS 84-60-6) is a compound in the Ketones category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C14H8O4 and a molecular weight of 240.211 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of >320 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 442.1±35.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.5±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 235.3±22.4 °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.
- 84-60-6
- Jingsj CID
- J-19826-5
- Molecular Formula
- C14H8O4
- Molecular Weight
- 240.211 g/mol
- Category
- Ketones
- Last updated
- 11/3/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | >320 °C(lit.) |
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| Boiling Point | 442.1±35.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.5±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 235.3±22.4 °C |
| Exact Mass | 240.042252 |
| PSA | 74.60000 |
| LogP | 3.36 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±1.1 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.733 |
| Stability | Stable. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents. |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Ayrton AD, et al. Anthraflavic acid inhibits the mutagenicity of the food mutagen IQ: mechanism of action. Mutat Res. 1988 Mar-Apr;207(3-4):121-5. |
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Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2914690090 |
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| 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 2,6-Dihydroxyanthraquinone?
The CAS number of 2,6-Dihydroxyanthraquinone is 84-60-6.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2,6-Dihydroxyanthraquinone?
2,6-Dihydroxyanthraquinone has molecular formula C14H8O4 and molecular weight 240.211 g/mol.
Is 2,6-Dihydroxyanthraquinone hazardous?
2,6-Dihydroxyanthraquinone 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 2,6-Dihydroxyanthraquinone?
For 2,6-Dihydroxyanthraquinone, Upstream Products: 3-Hydroxybenzoic acid, Anthracene, Anisole; Downstream Products: 2,6-Bis((tert-butyldiphenylsilyl)oxy)anthracene-9,10-dione.
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