Phenolphthalein

Phenolphthalein

AT0017

CAS 77-09-8

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Overview

Phenolphthalein (Phthalin) is an acid-base indicator which is colorless in acid solution, but turns pink to red as the solution becomes alkaline. It is used medicinally as a cathartic.

Chemical Properties

Molecular FormulaC20H14O4
Molecular Weight318.32
CAS Numbers77-09-8
SolubilityDMSO
Purity98% by HPLC
SMILES CodeOC1=CC=C(C=C1)C1(OC(=O)C2=C1C=CC=C2)C1=CC=C(O)C=C1

Storage and Handling

0C Short Term, -20C Long Term

References

Uesawa Y, et al. Arch Toxicol. 2007 Mar;81[3] 163-8.