Description

5,8-Dihydroxy-2-(1-Hydroxyethyl)-3,6,7-Trimethoxy-1,4-Naphthoquinone is a functionalized naphthoquinone derivative of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. This compound matters due to its unique poly-substituted quinone structure, which serves as a versatile synthetic intermediate and a potential pharmacophore for developing bioactive molecules. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications ranging from novel drug discovery to the synthesis of complex natural product analogs.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block for the synthesis of novel therapeutic agents, particularly those targeting oxidative stress pathways or exhibiting antimicrobial activity.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new fungicides or herbicides, leveraging the redox-active quinone moiety for biological activity.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a versatile intermediate for constructing complex polycyclic structures and natural product analogs in academic and industrial research settings.
• Biochemical Research: Investigated as a probe or inhibitor in enzymatic studies related to quinone-dependent processes, such as electron transport chains.
• Material Science Precursor: Potential use in the synthesis of organic semiconductors or dye molecules due to its conjugated quinoid system.
• Reference Standard: Supplied as a high-purity compound for analytical method development and quality control in related chemical production.

Basic Information

Product Name	5,8-Dihydroxy-2-(1-Hydroxyethyl)-3,6,7-Trimethoxy-1,4-Naphthoquinone
CAS No.	28186-31-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₅H₁₆O₈
Molecular Weight	324.28 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(1-Hydroxyethyl)-5,8-dihydroxy-3,6,7-trimethoxy-1,4-naphthoquinone; 3,6,7-Trimethoxy-5,8-dihydroxy-2-(1-hydroxyethyl)-1,4-naphthoquinone; NSC 339586; 1,4-Naphthoquinone, 5,8-dihydroxy-2-(1-hydroxyethyl)-3,6,7-trimethoxy-; Hydroxyethyltrimethoxynaphthoquinone
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Quality Control

Our 5,8-Dihydroxy-2-(1-Hydroxyethyl)-3,6,7-Trimethoxy-1,4-Naphthoquinone is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed batch-specific results are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its nature as an easily oxidized compound, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation of quality, especially after the original container has been opened.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5 %

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