Description

3,4-Dichloro-[1,2]naphthoquinone is a specialized chlorinated naphthoquinone derivative that serves as a versatile chemical intermediate and functional building block. Its unique quinone structure, substituted with chlorine atoms, provides significant reactivity for synthesizing complex molecules and materials. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical sectors for applications requiring precise molecular modification.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel fungicides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its bioactive quinone core.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Used as a building block for developing potential therapeutic agents, particularly in anticancer and antimicrobial drug discovery programs.
• Dye and Pigment Synthesis: Serves as an intermediate in the production of high-performance organic pigments and dyes due to its stable, colored quinoid structure.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers with enhanced properties.
• Organic Synthesis: A valuable reagent for constructing complex heterocyclic compounds and for use in various oxidation and coupling reactions.
• Material Science: Investigated for use in organic electronic materials, such as semiconductors and charge-transport layers.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,4-Dichloro-[1,2]naphthoquinone
CAS No.	18398-36-2
Molecular Formula	C10H4Cl2O2
Molecular Weight	227.04 g/mol
Synonyms	3,4-Dichloro-1,2-naphthoquinone; 3,4-Dichloro-1,2-naphthalenedione; 1,2-Naphthoquinone, 3,4-dichloro-; NSC 403107; 3,4-Dichloronaphthoquinone; Dichloronaphthoquinone
EINECS	242-247-5

Quality Control

Our 3,4-Dichloro-[1,2]naphthoquinone is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) for each lot, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality system is designed to meet the rigorous standards required for research and industrial synthesis.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and reducing agents. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to direct light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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