Description

p-Benzoquinone for synthesis is a high-purity, versatile organic compound widely recognized as a key building block and oxidizing agent in advanced chemical synthesis. Its primary value lies in its role as a fundamental quinone derivative, essential for constructing complex molecular architectures and facilitating selective oxidation reactions. This product is critical for research and development chemists, process engineers, and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), including certain antimalarial and anticancer compounds.
• Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers and resins with specific electronic or thermal properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Used as a dehydrogenating or oxidizing agent in numerous organic transformations, such as the conversion of hydroquinones to quinones.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as a key intermediate in the synthesis of quinone-based dyes, pigments, and photographic chemicals.
• Analytical Chemistry: Employed as a reagent in biochemical assays and analytical methods for the determination of various substances.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Utilized in the research and production pathways for certain herbicides and plant growth regulators.

Basic Information

Product Name	p-Benzoquinone for synthesis
CAS No.	119-61-6
Molecular Formula	C6H4O2
Molecular Weight	108.09 g/mol
Synonyms	1,4-Benzoquinone; Quinone; p-Quinone; 2,5-Cyclohexadiene-1,4-dione; 1,4-Cyclohexadienedione; 4-Cyclohexadiene-1,4-dione; Benzoquinone; Para-Benzoquinone
EINECS	204-320-7

Quality Control

Our p-Benzoquinone for synthesis is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, identification, and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your technical requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its nature as an easily oxidized compound, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere for long-term preservation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to greenish-yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	113 - 116 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.