Description

2-(3-Methylphenyl)-p-Benzoquinone 97% is a high-purity, substituted benzoquinone derivative, a key organic intermediate for advanced synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a versatile building block in the production of specialty chemicals and functional materials, offering reliable quality for critical research and manufacturing processes. It is needed by R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors seeking consistent, high-quality intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical intermediate in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Key precursor for advanced organic electronic materials and functional polymers.
• Building block for specialized dyes, pigments, and photoactive compounds.
• Research chemical for studying redox processes and quinone chemistry in academic and industrial settings.
• Intermediate in the development of agrochemicals and crop protection agents.
• Starting material for the synthesis of ligands and catalysts in coordination chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(3-Methylphenyl)-p-Benzoquinone 97%
CAS No.	93504-10-0
Molecular Formula	C13H10O2
Molecular Weight	198.22 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(3-Methylphenyl)-1,4-benzoquinone; 2-(m-Tolyl)-1,4-benzoquinone; 2-(3-Methylphenyl)-2,5-cyclohexadiene-1,4-dione; 1,4-Benzoquinone, 2-(3-methylphenyl)-; m-Tolyl-p-benzoquinone; 3-Methylphenylbenzoquinone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(3-Methylphenyl)-p-Benzoquinone 97% is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the declared specifications and consistent high quality. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive (store away from light) and easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (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.