Description

3,5-Cyclohexadiene-1,2-Dione, 3-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-6-Propyl- (9Ci) is a specialized substituted quinone derivative, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate and functional building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its unique molecular architecture, which provides a reactive platform for constructing complex molecules and materials. This compound is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications ranging from catalyst development to the synthesis of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a functionalized quinone core.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a precursor or monomer in the development of organic electronic materials, such as conductive polymers and charge-transfer complexes.
• Catalyst & Ligand Development: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the multistep synthesis of dyes, pigments, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, including oxidation reactions and cycloaddition processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,5-Cyclohexadiene-1,2-Dione, 3-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-6-Propyl- (9Ci)
CAS No.	168331-79-1
Molecular Formula	C13H20O2
Molecular Weight	208.30 g/mol
Synonyms	3-tert-Butyl-6-propyl-1,2-benzoquinone; 3-(tert-Butyl)-6-propyl-p-benzoquinone; 3-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-6-propyl-1,2-benzenedione; 6-Propyl-3-tert-butyl-1,2-benzoquinone; 3-tert-Butyl-6-propyl-1,2-cyclohexadienedione; 3-tert-Butyl-6-propyl-3,5-cyclohexadiene-1,2-dione; tert-Butylpropylbenzoquinone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 3,5-Cyclohexadiene-1,2-Dione, 3-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-6-Propyl- (9Ci) adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure consistency and compliance with customer specifications. Comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are provided with every shipment to guarantee full traceability and support your quality assurance processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Recommended long-term storage temperature is 2-8°C. Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, the container should be kept sealed and only opened under controlled conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.