Description

4,5-Dimethoxybenzocyclobutene-1,2-Dione is a high-purity, specialized organic building block featuring a unique benzocyclobutenedione core. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile precursor in the synthesis of complex polycyclic aromatic structures and advanced functional materials. It is primarily sought by research institutions and industrial R&D departments focused on organic electronics, pharmaceutical intermediates, and materials science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for constructing complex polycyclic frameworks found in active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Organic Electronic Materials: Serves as a precursor for developing novel organic semiconductors, conductive polymers, and non-linear optical materials.
• Ligand Synthesis: Used in the preparation of specialized ligands for catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Advanced Polymer Research: Incorporated into polymer backbones to impart specific electronic or thermal properties.
• Dye and Pigment Chemistry: Acts as a building block for synthesizing novel chromophores and functional dyes.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A critical reagent for methodological development and exploratory synthesis in organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	4,5-Dimethoxybenzocyclobutene-1,2-Dione
CAS No.	41634-27-9
Molecular Formula	C10H8O4
Molecular Weight	192.17 g/mol
Synonyms	4,5-Dimethoxy-1,2-benzocyclobutenedione; 4,5-Dimethoxycyclobutabenzoquinone; 4,5-Dimethoxy-1,2-dihydrocyclobutabenzoquinone; 1,2-Dihydro-4,5-dimethoxycyclobutabenzoquinone; 4,5-Dimethoxybenzocyclobutane-1,2-dione; 4,5-Dimethoxy-1,2-cyclobutadienobenzene-1,2-dione
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 4,5-Dimethoxybenzocyclobutene-1,2-Dione is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Our products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance processes.

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 incompatible materials such as strong bases and reducing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown 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.