Description

2,5-Cyclohexadiene-1,4-Dione, 2-[(Acetyloxy)Methyl]-5-(Hydroxymethyl)- (9Ci) is a functionalized benzoquinone derivative of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters as a versatile and reactive building block, offering two distinct functional handles for the construction of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily needed by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and functional materials.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for constructing quinone-based natural products and complex heterocycles.
• Biochemical Probe Development: Employed in creating molecular tools and probes for studying biological redox processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,5-Cyclohexadiene-1,4-Dione, 2-[(Acetyloxy)Methyl]-5-(Hydroxymethyl)- (9Ci)
CAS No.	668462-09-7
Molecular Formula	C10H10O5
Molecular Weight	210.18 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Acetoxymethyl)-5-(hydroxymethyl)-1,4-benzoquinone; 2,5-Dihydroxy-1,4-benzoquinone 2-acetate 5-methyl ether (ambiguous); 5-(Hydroxymethyl)-2-(acetoxymethyl)-2,5-cyclohexadiene-1,4-dione; Functionalized Hydroxymethyl Benzoquinone Acetate; 2-Acetoxymethyl-5-hydroxymethyl-p-benzoquinone; Acetylated Hydroxymethylbenzoquinone; 1,4-Benzoquinone, 2-(acetoxymethyl)-5-(hydroxymethyl)-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,5-Cyclohexadiene-1,4-Dione derivative is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity (typically by HPLC), identity confirmation (by IR/NMR), and impurity profiles is available for every shipment, supporting 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 a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive (store away from light). Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to protect from moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange 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.