Description

5-Chloro-2,3-Dimethoxy-6-(Dodecylthio)-1,4-Benzoquinone is a specialized, lipophilic quinone derivative that serves as a critical intermediate and functional additive in advanced material synthesis. Its value lies in the unique combination of a redox-active quinone core with a long alkylthio chain, enabling applications in organic electronics and as a modifier for surface properties. This compound is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for developing novel functional materials and catalytic systems.

Application

• Organic Semiconductor Precursor: Used in the synthesis of n-type organic semiconductor materials for transistors and photovoltaic devices.
• Polymer Modification Agent: Acts as a functional comonomer or cross-linking agent to introduce redox-active and hydrophobic properties into polymer backbones.
• Electrochemical Research: Serves as a model compound or electron-transfer mediator in studies of bio-mimetic redox processes and energy storage systems.
• Agrochemical Intermediate: Utilized in the research and development of novel fungicides or herbicides that target specific enzymatic pathways in plants.
• Surface Engineering: Employed to create self-assembled monolayers (SAMs) on metal surfaces, altering wettability and corrosion resistance.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Investigated as a building block for prodrugs or compounds with potential biological activity, particularly in targeting oxidative stress.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Chloro-2,3-Dimethoxy-6-(Dodecylthio)-1,4-Benzoquinone
CAS No.	64102-02-9
Molecular Formula	C20H31ClO4S
Molecular Weight	402.97 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Chloro-2,3-dimethoxy-6-(dodecylthio)cyclohexa-2,5-diene-1,4-dione; 6-(Dodecylthio)-5-chloro-2,3-dimethoxy-1,4-benzoquinone; 1,4-Benzoquinone, 5-chloro-2,3-dimethoxy-6-(dodecylthio)-; CDD-BQ; Laurylthio-substituted Chlorobenzoquinone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Chloro-2,3-Dimethoxy-6-(Dodecylthio)-1,4-Benzoquinone is manufactured under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and industrial use. Each lot is analyzed using advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). The compound is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to prevent decomposition. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

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.