Alizarin
TL;DR: Alizarin (CAS 72-48-0) is a chemical compound with molecular formula C14H8O4 and molecular weight 240.04225 g/mol, supplied by CoreyChem (Career Henan Chemical Co., Ltd.) with ISO-certified quality and global shipping.
1,2-dihydroxyanthracene-9,10-dione
Also Known As: Alizarin, Alizarin Red, Mordant Red 11, Turkey Red, 1,2-Dihydroxyanthraquinone
Application Areas
Top 5 of 22 IPC patent classification(s) from the SureChEMBL global patent database.
Technical Specifications
| Molecular Formula | C14H8O4 |
| Molecular Weight | 240.04225 g/mol |
| XLogP | 3.2 |
| Topological Polar Surface Area (TPSA) | 74.6 Ų |
| Hydrogen Bond Donors | 2 |
| Hydrogen Bond Acceptors | 4 |
| Rotatable Bonds | 0 |
| Exact Mass | 240.04225 Da |
| Heavy Atoms | 18 |
| Complexity | 378.0 |
| Melting Point | 289 °C |
| Boiling Point | 430 °C @760 [mm Hg] |
| Density | 1.54 @ 20°C |
| SMILES | C1=CC=C2C(=C1)C(=O)C3=C(C2=O)C(=C(C=C3)O)O |
| InChIKey | RGCKGOZRHPZPFP-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
Product Description
Applications: Alizarin is used in heterocycle construction in medicinal chemistry and agrochemical discovery, as well as agrochemical development, including crop protection agent synthesis. It commonly serves as a versatile building block for organic synthesis. Available from CoreyChem as both catalog item and custom-synthesis project (mg to ton scale), with full analytical documentation (COA, MSDS, HPLC, NMR, MS).
A heterocyclic building block supplied by CoreyChem, Alizarin (CAS 72-48-0) has the molecular formula C14H8O4 and a molecular weight of 240.04 g/mol. Reported properties include a density of 1.54 @ 20°C g/cm³. Synonyms include Alizarin and Alizarin Red.
Custom synthesis and full analytical documentation (COA/MSDS) are available from CoreyChem. Request a quotation with your required quantity and purity for current lead time and pricing.
Chemical Property Profile of Alizarin
Property Insights of Alizarin
The XLogP value of 3.2 indicates that Alizarin is lipophilic (fat-soluble), which may influence its absorption, distribution, and formulation strategy. The TPSA of 74.6 Ų falls within the moderate polarity range, balancing permeability and solubility for Alizarin. Following Lipinski's Rule of Five, Alizarin has 2 hydrogen bond donor(s) and 4 hydrogen bond acceptor(s), all within the drug-like range, suggesting favorable oral bioavailability potential.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Alizarin?
The CAS number of Alizarin is 72-48-0.
What is the molecular formula of Alizarin?
The molecular formula of Alizarin is C14H8O4.
What is the molecular weight of Alizarin?
The molecular weight of Alizarin is 240.04225 g/mol.
What are the applications of Alizarin?
Alizarin is used in heterocycle construction in medicinal chemistry and agrochemical discovery, as well as agrochemical development, including crop protection agent synthesis. It commonly serves as a versatile building block for organic synthesis. Available from CoreyChem as both catalog item...
Where can I buy Alizarin?
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Does CoreyChem offer custom synthesis for Alizarin?
Yes, CoreyChem provides custom synthesis services for Alizarin and related compounds. Contact us with your specific requirements including quantity, purity, and timeline.