| Formula / Notation | C12H9N |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 86-74-8 |
| Molecular Weight | 167.21 |
| Melting Point | 473 to 475 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | 671 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 1.1 at 64 °F (NTP, 1992) - Denser than water; will sink |
| Solubility | less than 1 mg/mL at 66 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Appearance | Carbazole appears as white crystals, plates, leaflets or light tan powder. Sublimes readily. Exhibits strong fluorescence and long phosphorescence on exposure to ultraviolet light. (NTP, 1992) |
| Also Known As | 9H-carbazole; 9H-Carbazole; 86-74-8; Dibenzopyrrole; Diphenylenimine; 9-Azafluorene; Diphenylenimide; Diphenyleneimine; Dibenzo[b,d]pyrrole; USAF EK-600 |
| Category | Organic Compounds |
What is Carbazole?
Carbazole can cause cancer according to The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: 9H-carbazole
Other Names / Synonyms: 9H-carbazole; 9H-Carbazole; 86-74-8; Dibenzopyrrole; Diphenylenimine; 9-Azafluorene; Diphenylenimide; Diphenyleneimine; Dibenzo[b,d]pyrrole; USAF EK-600
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 473 to 475 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | 671 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 1.1 at 64 °F (NTP, 1992) - Denser than water; will sink |
| Molecular Weight | 167.21 |
| Solubility | less than 1 mg/mL at 66 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Appearance | Carbazole appears as white crystals, plates, leaflets or light tan powder. Sublimes readily. Exhibits strong fluorescence and long phosphorescence on exposure to ultraviolet light. (NTP, 1992) |
Uses & Applications
Safety Information
Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.
Key Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Carbazole can cause cancer according to The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
Used as an industrial feedstock, solvent, pharmaceutical intermediate, flavoring agent, or chemical building block.
Flammable or irritant. Many organic compounds are flammable liquids or vapours. Keep away from ignition sources. Consult SDS for specific hazard data.
The formula or notation for Carbazole is: C12H9N