Description

Tetrahydroxy-1,4-Quinone Hydrate is a specialized organic compound belonging to the quinone family, known for its unique redox-active properties. This chemical serves as a versatile intermediate and functional building block in advanced synthesis and material science. It is particularly valuable for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries seeking to develop novel compounds with tailored electronic or biological activities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting oxidative stress pathways or requiring quinone-based pharmacophores.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a key precursor for developing new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Electrochemical Material Synthesis: Employed in the production of organic electrode materials for batteries and supercapacitors due to its redox activity.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Acts as a building block for synthesizing complex organic colorants and functional dyes.
• Chelating Agent Precursor: Utilized to create ligands for metal complexation in catalysis and analytical chemistry.
• Polymer Modification: Incorporated into polymer backbones to impart specific chemical functionality or cross-linking capabilities.
• Analytical Reagent: Used in specific colorimetric assays and as a standard in chromatographic analysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tetrahydroxy-1,4-Quinone Hydrate
CAS No.	123334-16-7
Molecular Formula	C6H6O6 • xH2O
Molecular Weight	174.11 (Anhydrous basis)
Synonyms	1,2,4,5-Tetrahydroxy-3,6-dioxocyclohexa-1,4-diene; Tetrahydroxy-p-benzoquinone Hydrate; THQ Hydrate; 1,4-Tetrahydroxyquinone Hydrate; 1,2,4,5-Tetrahydroxybenzene-3,6-dione Hydrate; THBQ Hydrate; Tetrahydroxyquinone
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Quality Control

Every batch of Tetrahydroxy-1,4-Quinone Hydrate is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, and comprehensive analytical testing is performed to verify identity, purity, and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific batch results is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and meet your quality assurance requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after each use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture. For long-term storage, consider using desiccants or storing under an inert atmosphere to minimize oxidation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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