Anthanthrone Explained

Anthanthrone is a synthetic anthraquinone. Its derivative 4,10-dibromoanthanthrone (Pigment Red 168) is a component of some industrial paints. It is prepared from naphthostyril.[1]

References

  1. 10.1107/S0567740871003303. The crystal structure of anthanthrone. 1971. Edwards. I. A. S.. Stadler. H. P.. Acta Crystallographica Section B: Structural Crystallography and Crystal Chemistry. 27. 5. 946–952. 1971AcCrB..27..946E .