Anthragallol

Name:
Anthragallol
Detailed information:

Chemistry name:	1,2,3-trihydroxyanthraquinone; anthragallic acid
M Formula:	C6H4(CO)2C6H(OH)3. Tricyclic
Properties:
Brown powder. Soluble in alcohol, ether, and glacial acetic acid; slightly soluble in water and chloroform. Sublimes at 290C.
Derivation:
Product of the reaction of benzoic, gallic, and sulfuric acids.
Use:
Dyeing.