Compound Q&A
How is 1,2,5,8-Tetrahydroxy-9,10-anthraquinone (CAS: 81-61-8) typically synthesized?
Answer
1,2,5,8-Tetrahydroxy-9,10-anthraquinone is commonly synthesized via the reduction of 1,2,5,8-tetraoxo-9,10-anthraquinone using hydrogen in the presence of a catalyst such as platinum or palladium. The reaction is typically carried out under high pressure and requires controlling the temperature to achieve high selectivity and yield.
About
CAS No
81-61-8
English Name
1,2,5,8-Tetrahydroxy-9,10-anthraquinone
Molecular Formula
C14H8O6
Molecular Weight
272.212 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC(=C(C2=C1C(=O)C3=C(C=CC(=C3C2=O)O)O)O)O
InChIKey
VBHKTXLEJZIDJF-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-19 20:30
