CAS 5222-73-1

3,4-Dimethoxy-3-cyclobutene-1,2-dione

Description:

3,4-Dimethoxy-3-cyclobutene-1,2-dione, with the CAS number 5222-73-1, is an organic compound characterized by its unique bicyclic structure. It features a cyclobutene ring fused with a dione functional group, which contributes to its reactivity and potential applications in organic synthesis. The presence of two methoxy groups at the 3 and 4 positions enhances its electron-donating properties, influencing its chemical behavior and stability. This compound is typically a yellow to orange solid at room temperature and is soluble in organic solvents. Its reactivity can be attributed to the dione moiety, which can participate in various chemical reactions, including nucleophilic additions and cycloadditions. Additionally, 3,4-Dimethoxy-3-cyclobutene-1,2-dione may exhibit interesting photochemical properties, making it a subject of interest in materials science and organic photochemistry. Safety data should be consulted for handling, as with all chemical substances, to ensure proper precautions are taken during use.

Formula: C₆H₆O₄

InChI: InChI=1/C6H6O4/c1-9-5-3(7)4(8)6(5)10-2/h1-2H3

InChI key: SZBNZTGCAMLMJY-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: COC1=C(C(=O)C1=O)OC

Synonyms:

• Squaric acid dimethyl ester
• 3,4-Dimethoxycyclobut-3-Ene-1,2-Dione
• Dimethyl squarate

3,4-Dimethoxy-3-cyclobutene-1,2-dione

CAS: 5222-73-1

Formula: C₆H₆O₄

Purity: >98.0%(GC)

Color and Shape: White to Almost white powder to crystal

Molecular weight: 142.11

Ref: 3B-D2099

3,4-Dimethoxy-3-cyclobutene-1,2-dione, 98%

CAS: 5222-73-1

3,4-Dimethoxy-3-cyclobutene-1,2-dione (Dimethyl squarate) finds it uses in the synthesis of chiral squaramides, highly enantioselective catalyst for the Friedel-Crafts reactions of indoles, 3-(hydroxyamino)-4-methoxy-3-cyclobutene-1,2-dione, squarate derivatives of the O-SP-core antigens, methyl sq

Formula: C₆H₆O₄

Purity: 98%

Color and Shape: White to pale yellow, Powder or granules

Molecular weight: 142.11

Ref: 02-A18186

3,4-Dimethoxycyclobut-3-ene-1,2-dione

CAS: 5222-73-1

3,4-Dimethoxycyclobut-3-ene-1,2-dione

Formula: C₆H₆O₄

Purity: 98%

Color and Shape: White to off white Solid

Molecular weight: 142.10943

Ref: 54-OR26829

3,4-Dimethoxy-3-cyclobutene-1,2-dione

CAS: 5222-73-1

Formula: C₆H₆O₄

Purity: 98%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 142.1094

Ref: IN-DA0037DT

3,4-Dimethoxy-3-cyclobutene-1,2-dione

CAS: 5222-73-1

3,4-Dimethoxy-3-cyclobutene-1,2-dione

Formula: C₆H₆O₄

Purity: 98%

Molecular weight: 142.11

Ref: IN-DG3560

3,4-Dimethoxycyclobut-3-ene-1,2-dione

CAS: 5222-73-1

Formula: C₆H₆O₄

Purity: 98%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 142.11

Ref: 10-F069066

3,4-Dimethoxy-3-cyclobutene-1,2-dione

Controlled Product

CAS: 5222-73-1

Applications 3,4-Dimethoxy-3-cyclobutene-1,2-dione acts as a reagent for the synthesis and mechanism of action of squaramides with cytotoxic activity against human gastric carcinoma cells HGC-27.
References Quintana, M., et al.: MedChemComm, 7, 550 (2016)

Formula: C₆H₆O₄

Color and Shape: Neat

Molecular weight: 142.11

Ref: TR-D457455