Description

Diethylstilbestrol Quinone is a synthetic, high-purity chemical intermediate of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its quinone structure makes it a valuable precursor for the development of specialized compounds, particularly in pharmaceutical research and fine chemical manufacturing. This product is essential for R&D chemists and process development scientists working in life sciences, agrochemicals, and material science who require reliable, high-quality building blocks for complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the research and synthesis of novel therapeutic agents and steroid analogs.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard or probe in studying enzymatic reactions and metabolic pathways involving quinone structures.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a specialized building block for creating complex organic molecules in agrochemical and material science applications.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in method development and exploratory chemistry within university and corporate research laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Diethylstilbestrol Quinone
CAS No.	5664-37-9
Molecular Formula	C18H16O2
Molecular Weight	264.32 g/mol
Synonyms	DES Quinone; Diethylstilbestrolquinone; 3,4-Bis(4-hydroxyphenyl)hex-3-ene-2,5-dione; 4,4'-(1,2-Diethyl-1,2-ethenediyl)bis[phenol] quinone; (E)-Diethylstilbestrol Quinone; trans-Diethylstilbestrol Quinone
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Quality Control

Our Diethylstilbestrol Quinone is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identity confirmation, purity assay, and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive nature and propensity for oxidation, prolonged exposure to light, air, or elevated temperatures should be avoided to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.