Acenaphthenequinone

CAS NO.：82-86-0
Empirical Formula: C12H6O2
Molecular Weight: 182.17
MDL number: MFCD00003805
EINECS: 201-441-3
SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
Update Date: 2024-02-29 17:46:26

What is Acenaphthenequinone?

Chemical properties

ochre powder and granules

The Uses of Acenaphthenequinone

Acenaphthenequinone is used in the preparation of acetylcholinesterase inhibitory agents. It is also used in the preparation of turn-on sensors for cysteine/homocysteine and its application in bioimaging. Further, it is used as an intermediate in manufacturing of dyes and pharmaceuticals. In addition to this, it is used in chemical research as a drug and therapeutic agent.

What are the applications of Application

Acenaphthenequinone is a substituted naphthalene compound

Definition

ChEBI: A member of the class of orthoquinones that is the 1,2-dioxo derivative of acenaphthene.

Safety Profile

Moderately toxic by an unspecifiedroute. When heated to decomposition it emits acrid smokeand irritating vapors.

Purification Methods

Extract it with, then recrystallise it twice from *C6H6. Dry it in vacuo. [LeFevre et al. J Chem Soc 974 1963, Beilstein 7 IV 2498.]

Properties of Acenaphthenequinone

Melting point:	249-252 °C (dec.) (lit.)
Boiling point:	67 C
Density	1.4800
refractive index	1.6086 (estimate)
storage temp.	Refrigerator
solubility	Chloroform
form	Powder and Granules
color	Ochre
Water Solubility	INSOLUBLE
BRN	879172
CAS DataBase Reference	82-86-0(CAS DataBase Reference)
NIST Chemistry Reference	1,2-Acenaphthylenedione(82-86-0)
EPA Substance Registry System	1,2-Acenaphthylenedione (82-86-0)

Safety information for Acenaphthenequinone

Signal word	Warning
Pictogram(s)	Exclamation Mark Irritant GHS07
GHS Hazard Statements	H315:Skin corrosion/irritation H319:Serious eye damage/eye irritation H335:Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure;Respiratory tract irritation
Precautionary Statement Codes	P261:Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P264:Wash hands thoroughly after handling. P264:Wash skin thouroughly after handling. P271:Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P280:Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P302+P352:IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of soap and water. P305+P351+P338:IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continuerinsing.