Description

2,5-Dibromo-1,4-benzoquinone is a halogenated quinone derivative that serves as a versatile and highly reactive synthetic intermediate. Its core value lies in its ability to act as a potent electrophile and oxidizing agent, facilitating complex organic transformations. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors, where it is used to construct novel molecular architectures and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing quinone or halogenated aromatic motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents that require brominated quinone structures.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a dehydrogenating agent, brominating agent, and dienophile in Diels-Alder reactions for constructing complex organic molecules.
• Polymer & Materials Science: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of conductive polymers, organic semiconductors, and specialty resins.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate for synthesizing brominated anthraquinone dyes and high-performance pigments.
• Research & Development: A valuable tool in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new organic reactions and catalytic processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,5-Dibromo-1,4-Benzoquinone
CAS No.	1633-14-3
Molecular Formula	C6H2Br2O2
Molecular Weight	265.89 g/mol
Synonyms	2,5-Dibromocyclohexa-2,5-diene-1,4-dione; 2,5-Dibromo-p-benzoquinone; p-Benzoquinone, 2,5-dibromo-; 2,5-Dibromoquinone; 1,4-Benzoquinone, 2,5-dibromo-; DBQ
EINECS	216-646-5

Quality Control

Our 2,5-Dibromo-1,4-benzoquinone is produced under strict quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment, ensuring full traceability and compliance with your research or manufacturing specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. For long-term storage, maintaining the product at 2-8°C under an inert atmosphere is recommended to preserve stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	188 - 192 °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.