Description

2,3,6-Trimethylnaphthoquinone is a synthetic derivative of naphthoquinone, characterized by its specific methyl substitution pattern. This compound is valued as a key synthetic intermediate and a versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily required by research institutions and industrial R&D departments focused on developing pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of vitamin K analogs and other biologically active quinone-based compounds.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of novel pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its quinone moiety for specific biological activity.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in Diels-Alder reactions and other cycloadditions to construct complex polycyclic structures.
• Material Science: Investigated for use in the development of organic semiconductors, dyes, and photoactive materials.
• Biochemical Research: Utilized as a model compound in studies of electron transfer processes and redox biochemistry.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Supplied to analytical laboratories for use as a high-purity calibration standard.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3,6-Trimethylnaphthoquinone
CAS No.	20490-42-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₂O₂
Molecular Weight	200.23 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3,6-Trimethyl-1,4-naphthoquinone; 2,3,6-Trimethyl-1,4-naphthalenedione; Vitamin K0 tri-methyl derivative; TMNQ; NSC 407347; 1,4-Naphthoquinone, 2,3,6-trimethyl-
EINECS	243-861-9

Quality Control

Our 2,3,6-Trimethylnaphthoquinone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets exacting research and industrial-grade specifications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting all test results is provided with every shipment.

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 light-sensitive nature and propensity to be easily oxidized, prolonged exposure to light, air, or elevated temperatures should be avoided to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	118 - 122 °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.