Tropolone is an organic compound with the formula C7H5(OH)O. It is a pale yellow solid that is soluble in organic solvents. The compound has been of interest to research chemists because of its unusual electronic structure and its role as a ligand precursor. Although not usually prepared from tropone, it can be viewed as its derivative with a hydroxyl group in the 2-position.
Name | Tropolone | EINECS | 208-577-2 |
CAS No. | 533-75-5 | Density | 1.278 g/cm3 |
PSA | 37.30000 | LogP | 0.75240 |
Solubility | Soluble in water. | Melting Point | 50-52 °C(lit.)
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Formula | C7H6O2 | Boiling Point | 290.109 °C at 760 mmHg |
Molecular Weight | 122.123 | Flash Point | 121.974 °C |
Transport Information | N/A | Appearance | white to light yellow crystalline |
Appearance and properties: Light yellow - cream solid
Density: 1.278g /cm3
Boiling point: 80-84 ° C0.1mm Hg(lit.)
Melting point: 50-52 °C(lit.)
Flash point: >230 °F
Refractive index: 1.602
Storage condition: 2-8ºC
Usage:Used as intermediate of medicine and dye
Use of this chemical: Tropolone could react with diazomethane to produce 2-methoxy-cycloheptatrienone. This reaction could happen in the presence of the methanol and diethyl ether with its yield of 97%.
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Production method of this chemical: 2-(3-Methylbut-2-enyloxy)tropon could react to produce tropolone. This reaction could happen in the presence of the solvent of dimethylsulfoxide, and it needs the reaction time of 30 mins and the reaction temperature of 180 ℃.
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When you are dealing with this chemical, you should be cautious. This chemical is irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin and may cause inflammation to the skin or other mucous membranes. And it may have the risk of serious damage to eyes. Therefore, you should wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection and avoid contacting with skin and eyes. Besides, do not breathe dust and if in case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
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