Description

2,5-Bis(4-Hydroxyphenyl)-2,5-Cyclohexadiene-1,4-Dione is a specialized organic compound belonging to the class of quinone derivatives with phenolic substituents. This chemical is valued for its unique redox-active quinone core and its role as a key synthetic intermediate or building block in advanced material science and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process engineers in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and advanced polymer industries for developing novel compounds with specific electronic or biological properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting oxidative stress pathways or requiring specific quinone-based pharmacophores.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Used in the research and development of organic semiconductors, conductive polymers, and electrochromic materials due to its redox-active quinone structure.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the synthesis of high-performance, thermally stable resins and specialty polymers.
• Dye & Pigment Synthesis: Functions as a precursor for developing specialized quinone-based dyes and pigments with unique color and stability properties.
• Antioxidant Research: Investigated as a model compound or precursor in studies related to antioxidant mechanisms and pro-oxidant chemistry.
• Chemical Synthesis: Employed as a versatile reagent in organic synthesis for constructing complex molecular architectures, including natural product analogs.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	2,5-Bis(4-Hydroxyphenyl)-2,5-Cyclohexadiene-1,4-Dione
CAS No.	16688-88-3
Molecular Formula	C18H12O4
Molecular Weight	292.29 g/mol
Synonyms	2,5-Bis(4-hydroxyphenyl)-1,4-benzoquinone; 2,5-Di(4-hydroxyphenyl)-1,4-benzoquinone; 1,4-Benzoquinone, 2,5-bis(4-hydroxyphenyl)-; 2,5-Bis(p-hydroxyphenyl)-1,4-benzoquinone; p,p'-Dihydroxybenzophenone quinone; Hydroquinone derivative quinone; Contact for additional synonyms.
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of our 2,5-Bis(4-Hydroxyphenyl)-2,5-Cyclohexadiene-1,4-Dione is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure identity, purity, and consistency for your critical R&D and production processes. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications such as assay (HPLC), identity (IR, NMR), and impurity profiles is available for each lot upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to store the material under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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