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Phthalic Anhydride

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Phthalic Anhydride chemical structure
CAS number85-44-9
FormulaC8H4O3
Molar mass148.11 g/mol
Physical formSolid
InChIKeyLGRFSURHDFAFJT-UHFFFAOYSA-N
IUPAC name2-benzofuran-1,3-dione

About Phthalic Anhydride

Phthalic Anhydride sits in our API Process Intermediates & Related Compounds section and ships worldwide from stock or short lead time. Key data (Reference Standard): CAS 85-44-9, formula C8H4O3 and molar mass 148.11 g/mol. It is handled as a solid.

Typical applications

  • API route development
  • Impurity fate & purge studies
  • Analytical method development

Safe handling

Hazard communication follows GHS (Danger: H302, H315, H317 and H318). Our SDS lists exposure controls and first-aid measures.

Available as 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg and 250 mg. Larger or split packs can be arranged. Each lot travels with a batch certificate of analysis and a 16-section SDS. Request pricing online and we confirm availability, documentation and freight to your country.

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Typical uses

  • API route development
  • Impurity fate & purge studies
  • Analytical method development

Applications

Specifications and identifiers

Specifications of Phthalic Anhydride
Product namePhthalic Anhydride
Catalogue numberZX-012778
CAS number85-44-9
IUPAC name2-benzofuran-1,3-dione
Molecular formulaC8H4O3
Molar mass148.11 g/mol
Exact mass148.016
GradeReference Standard
Physical formSolid
XLogP31.3
H-bond donors / acceptors0 / 3
Topological polar surface area43.4 Ų
InChIKeyLGRFSURHDFAFJT-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILESC1=CC=C2C(=C1)C(=O)OC2=O
PubChem CID6811
Synonyms1,3-Isobenzofurandione, 1,2-Benzenedicarboxylic anhydride, 1,3-Phthalandione, Araldite HT 901, ESEN, HT 901, Phthalandione, Phthalanhydride, Phthalic acid anhydride, Retarder AK, Retarder B-C, Retarder ESEN

Lot values are stated on the batch certificate of analysis. Ask for a typical COA with your quotation.

Safety and GHS hazards

GHS05 Corrosive
Corrosive
GHS07 Irritant or harmful
Irritant or harmful
GHS08 Health hazard
Health hazard

Signal word Danger

  • H302Harmful if swallowed
  • H315Causes skin irritation
  • H317May cause an allergic skin reaction
  • H318Causes serious eye damage
  • H334May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled
  • H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements P233, P260, P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P272, P280, P284, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P317, P319, P321, P330, P332 + P317, P333 + P317, P342 + P316, P362 + P364, P403, P403 + P233

Classification summarised from public GHS notifications. It can vary with grade and concentration, so always follow the SDS supplied with your lot.

Pack sizes

Pack sizes of Phthalic Anhydride
10 mgQuoted on request
25 mgQuoted on request
50 mgQuoted on request
100 mgQuoted on request
250 mgQuoted on request
500 mgQuoted on request
1 gQuoted on request

Need a different size? Bulk drums and custom packing are quoted on request through the quote form on this page.

Questions about Phthalic Anhydride

Which CAS number identifies Phthalic Anhydride?
Phthalic Anhydride is registered under CAS 85-44-9. You may also see it listed as 1,3-Isobenzofurandione, 1,2-Benzenedicarboxylic anhydride, 1,3-Phthalandione. Our catalogue number for this item is ZX-012778.
What are the formula and molar mass of Phthalic Anhydride?
For Phthalic Anhydride, its formula is C8H4O3 and its molar mass is 148.11 g/mol. The systematic (IUPAC) name is 2-benzofuran-1,3-dione. InChIKey LGRFSURHDFAFJT-UHFFFAOYSA-N lets you match it in any structure database.
How is Phthalic Anhydride used in pharmaceutical QC?
Phthalic Anhydride is a characterised reference material linked to Fluorescein. Laboratories use it to identify and quantify this impurity during method development and validation, stability work, batch release testing and regulatory submissions.
What grade and pack sizes are available for Phthalic Anhydride?
This listing is Reference Standard grade. Standard packs are 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg, 250 mg, 500 mg. Larger quantities and custom packing can be quoted on request.
Which documents come with Phthalic Anhydride?
Each lot ships with a batch certificate of analysis and a 16-section GHS safety data sheet. A typical COA or specification sheet can be shared with the quotation before you order.
Can Zemixal ship Phthalic Anhydride to my country?
Yes. Because Phthalic Anhydride is classed as hazardous, it travels in UN-approved packaging as dangerous goods under IATA or IMDG rules, with the export paperwork your broker needs.

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