Shandong Huashang Chemical Co., Ltd. is a high-tech enterprise focused on industry of fine chemicals research and develop, produce and sale. Shandong Huashang Chemical Co., Ltd. is located in Shan Dong Ji Nan China. we have the ability to provide you high quality products. More than 90 % of our products are exported to developed countries and regions such as north America, Europe, Japan, South Korea and the Middle East.
1. Basic Product Information
- Full Name: 2-Methylanthraquinone
- Aliases: β-Methylanthraquinone, 2-Methyl-9,10-anthracenedione
- CAS No.: 84-54-8
- EINECS No.: 201-545-0
- Molecular Formula: C15H10O2
- Molecular Weight: 222.24
- Chemical Classification: Aromatic ketone fine chemical, dye intermediate, photoinitiator raw material
- Core Product Features
High-purity fused ring aromatic compound, excellent light resistance and heat resistance; stable molecular structure, low volatility; key intermediate for anthraquinone vat dyes, disperse dyes and reactive dyes; also used as photosensitizer for paper pulp bleaching, widely applied in dyestuff, papermaking and fine chemical industries.
2. Detailed Physical & Chemical Properties
2.1 Physical Properties
- Appearance: Light yellow crystalline powder, uniform fine crystal, no caking
- Odor: Odorless
- Solubility: Soluble in hot benzene, toluene, xylene, glacial acetic acid; slightly soluble in ethanol, methanol; insoluble in water
- Melting Point: 172–174℃
- Boiling Point: 405℃, slight decomposition at high temperature
- Hygroscopicity: Non-hygroscopic, stable under normal air storage
- UV Absorption: Strong absorption in ultraviolet band, good photosensitive activity
2.2 Chemical Properties
- Aromatic Ketone Structure: Contains two carbonyl groups on anthracene ring, easy to undergo sulfonation, nitration, halogenation substitution reactions to synthesize dye derivatives
- Thermal Stability: Stable below 300℃; will sublime at high temperature without obvious decomposition
- Acid & Alkali Stability: Stable in neutral and weak acid environment; no reaction with dilute alkali; reacts with strong concentrated alkali under high temperature and pressure
- Photochemical Activity: Acts as photosensitizer under UV light, can generate hydrogen peroxide for pulp bleaching
- Compatibility: Compatible with most aromatic organic solvents; incompatible with strong reducing agents
3. Comprehensive Product Applications
3.1 Dyestuff Industry (Main Application)
Core intermediate for manufacturing anthraquinone series vat dyes, disperse dyes and acid dyes. It undergoes sulfonation, amination, halogenation to produce blue, red and green anthraquinone dyes with bright color, excellent light fastness and washing fastness for textile printing and dyeing.
3.2 Paper Pulp Bleaching Industry
Photosensitizer for hydrogen peroxide bleaching of wood pulp and straw pulp. Under ultraviolet irradiation, it improves bleaching efficiency, reduces bleaching temperature and dosage of hydrogen peroxide, protects fiber strength.
3.3 Fine Chemical & Photoinitiator
Raw material for synthesizing organic photoinitiators, optical brighteners and organic pigments; used in coating, ink and photoresist formulations.
3.4 Organic Synthetic Research Reagents
Standard fused ring aromatic reagent for organic chemistry laboratories, used for research on anthracene derivative synthesis and photochemical reaction mechanism.
4. Full Parameter Specification Table
| Item | Detailed Standard Specification |
| CAS No. | 84-54-8 |
| Molecular Formula | C15H10O2 |
| Molecular Weight | 222.24 |
| Appearance | Light yellow crystalline powder |
| Melting Point | 172–174℃ |
| Boiling Point | 405℃ (slight decomposition) |
| Purity (HPLC) | ≥99.0% |
| Moisture Content | ≤0.2% |
| Ash Content | ≤0.10% |
| Insoluble Matter in Toluene | ≤0.1% |
| Bulk Packaging | 25kg PE lined kraft paper drum |
| Sample Packaging | 1kg / 5kg sealed plastic bag |
| Storage Condition | Sealed cool dry warehouse, away from strong oxidants and direct sunlight |
| Transportation Standard | General organic fine chemical, non-dangerous goods; waterproof packaging during transit |
| Shelf Life | 24 months under intact original sealed packaging |
