Anthrone

Anthrone is a tricyclic aromatic ketone. It is used for a common cellulose assay and in the colorometric determination of carbohydrates. Anthrone is a tricyclic aromatic ketone. It is used for a common cellulose assay and in the colorometric determination of carbohydrates. Derivatives of anthrone are used in pharmacy as laxative. They stimulate the motion of the colon and reduce water reabsorption. Some anthrone derivatives can be extracted from a variety of plants, including Rhamnus frangula, Aloe ferox, Rheum officinale, and Cassia senna. Anthrone can be prepared from anthraquinone by reduction with tin, glacial acetic acid and hydrochloric acid, or by cyclization of o-benzylbenzoic acid with liquid hydrogen fluoride.