Description

p-Xyloquinone is a high-purity quinone derivative, also known as 2,5-Dimethyl-1,4-benzoquinone, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate and specialty reagent. Its value lies in its unique redox properties and aromatic structure, making it indispensable for advanced chemical synthesis and research. This compound is primarily needed by the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for applications in material science, organic synthesis, and as a building block for complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex organic molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor in the development of certain herbicides and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers and resins.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Utilized as an intermediate in the synthesis of organic dyes and colorants.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs as a standard or reagent for oxidation reactions and mechanistic studies.
• Electrochemical Studies: Functions as a model compound in research related to electron transfer processes and redox systems.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	p-Xyloquinone
CAS No.	137-18-8
Molecular Formula	C8H8O2
Molecular Weight	136.15 g/mol
Synonyms	2,5-Dimethyl-1,4-benzoquinone; 2,5-Dimethyl-p-benzoquinone; 2,5-Dimethylquinone; 2,5-Dimethylcyclohexa-2,5-diene-1,4-dione; p-Xyloquinone; Xyloquinone; DMQ
EINECS	205-284-6

Quality Control

Our p-Xyloquinone is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets high-grade specifications suitable for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled 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 open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	123 - 127 °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.