CAS 19643-45-9

2,6-Dibromo-1,4-benzoquinone

Description:

2,6-Dibromo-1,4-benzoquinone is an organic compound characterized by its structure, which features a quinone moiety with two bromine substituents at the 2 and 6 positions of the benzene ring. This compound is typically a yellow to orange solid, exhibiting a strong aromatic character due to the presence of the conjugated double bonds in the quinone structure. It is known for its reactivity, particularly in electrophilic substitution reactions, owing to the electron-withdrawing nature of the quinone and bromine groups. The compound is soluble in organic solvents, such as dichloromethane and acetone, but has limited solubility in water. 2,6-Dibromo-1,4-benzoquinone is utilized in various chemical applications, including as a reagent in organic synthesis and as a potential intermediate in the production of dyes and pharmaceuticals. Additionally, it may exhibit biological activity, making it of interest in medicinal chemistry. As with many brominated compounds, it is important to handle it with care due to potential toxicity and environmental concerns.

Formula: C₆H₂Br₂O₂

InChI: InChI=1S/C6H2Br2O2/c7-4-1-3(9)2-5(8)6(4)10/h1-2H

InChI key: InChIKey=FGHCYIPZQUMLRQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: O=C1C(Br)=CC(=O)C=C1Br

Synonyms:

• 2,5-Cyclohexadiene-1,4-dione, 2,6-dibromo-
• 2,6-Dibromo-1,4-benzoquinone
• 2,6-Dibromo-2,5-cyclohexadiene-1,4-dione
• 2,6-Dibromobenzoquinone
• 2,6-Dibromocyclohexa-2,5-Diene-1,4-Dione
• 2,6-Dibromoquinone
• Nsc 294731
• p-Benzoquinone, 2,6-dibromo-
• 2,6-Dibromo-p-benzoquinone
• 2,6-Dibromo-p-benzoquinone

2,6-Dibromo-p-benzoquinone

CAS: 19643-45-9

Formula: C₆H₂Br₂O₂

Purity: 98%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 265.8869

Ref: IN-DA00APG0

2,6-Dibromocyclohexa-2,5-diene-1,4-dione

CAS: 19643-45-9

2,6-Dibromocyclohexa-2,5-diene-1,4-dione

Purity: 98%

Molecular weight: 265.89g/mol

Ref: 54-OR78349

2,6-Dibromoquinone

Controlled Product

CAS: 19643-45-9

Formula: C₆H₂Br₂O₂

Color and Shape: Yellow Crystalline

Molecular weight: 265.89

Ref: TR-D425610

2,6-Dibromo-1,4-benzoquinone

CAS: 19643-45-9

2,6-Dibromo-1,4-benzoquinone is an organic compound that has been shown to be genotoxic in the bladder. It reacts with hydrochloric acid to form a dibrominated diphenyl ether, which can undergo a number of reactions. 2,6-Dibromo-1,4-benzoquinone produces reactive hydroxyl groups and chemical structures that are carcinogenic. The reaction mechanism is not well understood but it has been shown to inhibit DNA synthesis and cause cancer in laboratory animals. 2,6-Dibromo-1,4-benzoquinone also inhibits RNA synthesis and protein synthesis by forming covalent bonds with amino acids in the ribosome or by reacting with nucleotides in DNA molecules. This leads to cell death as cells are unable to synthesize proteins for growth and repair.

Formula: C₆H₂Br₂O₂

Purity: Min. 95%

Color and Shape: Powder

Molecular weight: 265.89 g/mol

Ref: 3D-FD69850

2,6-Dibromocyclohexa-2,5-diene-1,4-dione

CAS: 19643-45-9

Purity: 98%

Molecular weight: 265.888

Ref: 10-F982644