Description

1,4-Naphthoquinone,4A,5,8,8A-Tetrahydro-5-Methoxy-2,4A-Dimethyl-(5Ci) is a specialized, high-purity synthetic intermediate belonging to the naphthoquinone class of compounds. Its unique tetrahydro-methoxylated structure makes it a valuable building block for advanced chemical synthesis, offering precise control over molecular architecture. This product is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors seeking to develop novel active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those with quinone-based pharmacophores for potential anticancer or antimicrobial activity.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing new generations of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its reactive quinone moiety.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in complex organic transformations, including Diels-Alder reactions and redox chemistry, to construct polycyclic frameworks.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or dopant for creating conductive polymers, organic semiconductors, and photoactive materials.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a tool compound to study enzymatic processes involving quinone cofactors, such as in mitochondrial electron transport chains.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing specialized anthraquinone-derived colorants and pigments.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	1,4-Naphthoquinone,4A,5,8,8A-Tetrahydro-5-Methoxy-2,4A-Dimethyl-(5Ci)
CAS No.	824427-15-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₆O₃
Molecular Weight	220.26 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Methoxy-2,4a-dimethyl-4a,5,8,8a-tetrahydro-1,4-naphthoquinone; 4a,5,8,8a-Tetrahydro-5-methoxy-2,4a-dimethyl-1,4-naphthoquinone; 1,4-Naphthoquinone, 4a,5,8,8a-tetrahydro-5-methoxy-2,4a-dimethyl-; Tetrahydro-methoxydimethylnaphthoquinone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of our 1,4-Naphthoquinone,4A,5,8,8A-Tetrahydro-5-Methoxy-2,4A-Dimethyl-(5Ci) is produced under a strict quality management system. We employ advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC-MS, and NMR to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specification parameters is provided with each shipment, ensuring full traceability and compliance with your research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to preserve stability.

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%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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