Description

4-T-Butyl-5-Methoxy-o-Benzoquinone is a specialized organic quinone derivative with a unique substitution pattern. This compound serves as a valuable chemical intermediate and functional building block in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily required by R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting specific enzymatic pathways where the quinone moiety is critical.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers with tailored electronic or redox properties.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D as a model compound for studying electron transfer processes, oxidation-reduction reactions, and photochemical behavior.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Utilized in the synthesis of advanced organic colorants and functional dyes due to its quinoid structure.
• Chemical Synthesis Reagent: Functions as a mild oxidizing agent or a dienophile in specific organic transformations, such as Diels-Alder reactions.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	4-T-Butyl-5-Methoxy-o-Benzoquinone
CAS No.	36122-03-9
Molecular Formula	C11H14O3
Molecular Weight	194.23 g/mol
Synonyms	4-tert-Butyl-5-methoxy-1,2-benzoquinone; 5-Methoxy-4-(tert-butyl)-1,2-benzoquinone; 4-(tert-Butyl)-5-methoxy-o-benzoquinone; 1,2-Benzoquinone, 4-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-5-methoxy-; 4-tert-Butyl-5-methoxy-1,2-benzoquinone; 4-Tert-Butyl-5-Methoxy-Ortho-Benzoquinone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-T-Butyl-5-Methoxy-o-Benzoquinone is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to light should be avoided to maintain product integrity.

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.