Leuco Quinizarin

Leuco-quinizarin

Leuco Quinizarin

Leuco quinizarin is an organic compound with the chemical formula C14H8O2. It is a colorless, crystalline solid that is used as an intermediate in the production of several dyes and pigments. Quinizarin, the oxidized form of Leuco quinizarin, is used to produce a variety of red, orange and yellow dyes for various applications like textiles, leather and paper industries.

Product CharacteristicsProduct Detail
CAS No476-60-8
FormulaC14H10 O4
Molecular Weight242.24
SynonymsLeucoquinizarin(7CI,8CI); 1,4,9,10-Anthracenetetraol; 1,4,9,10-Tetrahydroxyanthracene;1,4-Dihydroxy-9,10-anthraquinol; NSC 15369
EINECS207-507-8
Density1.6 g/cm3
Melting Point151 `C
Boiling Point641.4 `C at 760 mmHg
Flash Point322.7 `C
AppearanceLight yellow powder.