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3,9-Dinitrofluoranthene

Also known as 4,12-Dinitrofluoranthene, Fluoranthene, 3,9-dinitro-, Fluoranthene, 3,9-dinitro

CAS 22506-53-2Formula C16H8N2O4Molar mass 292.25 g/mol
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3,9-Dinitrofluoranthene chemical structure, C16H8N2O4, CAS 22506-53-2
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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All properties
CAS number
22506-53-2
Formula
C16H8N2O4
Appearance
Yellow needles
Melting point
222 to 224
HS code
290420
Category
Aromatic building blocks
Illustrative photo, yellow pigment powder in a glass jar on a laboratory bench
Typical packagingIllustrative packaging image, not the actual product

What is 3,9-Dinitrofluoranthene?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

3,9-Dinitrofluoranthene is a nitronaphthalene.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
3,9-dinitrofluoranthene
CAS number
22506-53-2 CAS number cross-checked
Molecular formula
C16H8N2O4
UNII
I5MM6K7AJL
InChIKey
FGDKXSJXYFAHHH-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C16H8N2O4/c19-17(20)9-4-5-10-11-2-1-3-13-15(18(21)22)7-6-12(16(11)13)14(10)8-9/h1-8H
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
C1=CC2=C(C=CC3=C2C(=C1)C4=C3C=C(C=C4)[N+](=O)[O-])[N+](=O)[O-]

Synonyms

  • 4,12-Dinitrofluoranthene
  • Fluoranthene, 3,9-dinitro-
  • Fluoranthene, 3,9-dinitro
  • Dinitrofluoranthene, 3,9-

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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Appearance
Yellow needlesexp.
Melting point
222 to 224exp.

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Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
292.25 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
292.0484 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
4.3calc.
Topological polar surface area
86.28 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
0calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
4calc.
Rotatable bonds
2calc.
Heavy atoms
22calc.
Rings
4calc.
Aromatic rings
3calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Murcko scaffold

The ring system that remains when every side chain is removed

Murcko scaffold of this chemical, c1ccc2c(c1)-c1cccc3cccc-2c13

c1ccc2c(c1)-c1cccc3cccc-2c13

4 rings, 16 atoms, the Fluoranthene ring system.

205 other chemicals share this scaffold

Safety and hazards

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Uses and applications

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Regulatory status

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HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code 3,9-Dinitrofluoranthene is traded under.

HS 2904.20Indicative HS code

Derivatives containing only nitro or only nitroso groups

World exports in 2024
$440M
+46.4% vs 2023, imports $463M
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. Germany27.6%
  2. Poland17.1%
  3. Portugal16.0%
Top importers
  1. Belgium34.0%
  2. United States11.0%
  3. Germany9.1%
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Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about 3,9-Dinitrofluoranthene, based on the data on this page

What is 3,9-Dinitrofluoranthene?

3,9-Dinitrofluoranthene is a nitronaphthalene.

What is the CAS number of 3,9-Dinitrofluoranthene?

The CAS registry number of 3,9-Dinitrofluoranthene is 22506-53-2.

What is the molecular formula and weight of 3,9-Dinitrofluoranthene?

The molecular formula of 3,9-Dinitrofluoranthene is C16H8N2O4 and its molar mass is 292.25 g/mol.

What is 3,9-Dinitrofluoranthene used for?

Known uses and roles of 3,9-Dinitrofluoranthene include building blocks in research and laboratory and screening compounds in research and laboratory.

Is 3,9-Dinitrofluoranthene hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for 3,9-Dinitrofluoranthene is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of 3,9-Dinitrofluoranthene?

3,9-Dinitrofluoranthene is usually classified under HS code 290420 (Derivatives containing only nitro or only nitroso groups). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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