Description

3,4-Dihydroxybicyclo[4.2.0]octa-1,3,5-triene-7,8-dione is a specialized bicyclic organic compound featuring a unique quinone-like structure with hydroxyl substituents. This molecular architecture makes it a valuable intermediate for synthesizing complex organic frameworks and functional materials. It is primarily sought by research institutions and industrial R&D departments focused on advanced organic synthesis, pharmaceutical development, and materials science.

Application

• As a key synthetic intermediate in the research and development of novel pharmaceutical compounds.
• In organic synthesis for constructing complex polycyclic structures and natural product analogs.
• As a potential precursor or monomer for advanced polymeric materials with specific electronic or optical properties.
• In academic and industrial research as a building block for ligands or catalysts in coordination chemistry.
• For the synthesis of dyes, pigments, or other functional colorants requiring specific quinoid backbones.
• In material science research for developing novel organic semiconductors or charge-transport materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,4-Dihydroxybicyclo[4.2.0]octa-1,3,5-triene-7,8-dione
CAS No.	41737-30-8
Molecular Formula	C8H6O4
Molecular Weight	166.13 g/mol
Synonyms	3,4-Dihydroxybicyclo[4.2.0]octa-1,3,5-triene-7,8-dione; 7,8-Dioxo-3,4-dihydroxybicyclo[4.2.0]octa-1,3,5-triene; Bicyclo[4.2.0]octa-1,3,5-triene-7,8-dione, 3,4-dihydroxy-; 3,4-Dihydroxy-7,8-dioxobicyclo[4.2.0]octa-1,3,5-triene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. We employ advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy to verify identity and purity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are available upon request. For custom synthesis or specific purity grades, our technical team can tailor specifications to meet your project requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its sensitivity to oxidation and light, prolonged exposure to air or ambient light should be avoided to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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