Xanthone is used predominantly as oxygenated polycyclic aromatic compounds, and as a vasorelaxant. It can be used as a fluorescent agent, as well as an intermediate in organic synthesis and chemical research.
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ApplicationsXanthone is used predominantly as oxygenated polycyclic aromatic compounds, and as a vasorelaxant. It can be used as a fluorescent agent, as well as an intermediate in organic synthesis and chemical research.
SolubilityIt is Soluble in water (partly), chloroform, hot Toluene, ether (slightly), and hot alcohol.
NotesStable under normal conditions. Incompatible to strong oxidizing agents.