CAS 527-17-3: Duroquinone

Description: Duroquinone, with the CAS number 527-17-3, is a chemical compound classified as a quinone, which is a type of cyclic organic compound characterized by a six-membered aromatic ring with two carbonyl groups. It is typically a yellow to orange solid at room temperature and is known for its strong oxidizing properties. Duroquinone is soluble in organic solvents such as ethanol and acetone but has limited solubility in water. This compound is often used in various applications, including as a reagent in organic synthesis and in the production of dyes and pigments. Its reactivity is attributed to the presence of the quinone structure, which allows it to participate in redox reactions. Additionally, duroquinone can act as an electron acceptor in biochemical processes, making it of interest in studies related to electron transport and energy transfer in biological systems. Safety precautions should be taken when handling this compound, as it may pose health risks upon exposure.

Formula: C₁₀H₁₂O₂

InChI: InChI=1S/C10H12O2/c1-5-6(2)10(12)8(4)7(3)9(5)11/h1-4H3

InChI key: InChIKey=WAMKWBHYPYBEJY-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: O=C1C(=C(C(=O)C(=C1C)C)C)C

Synonyms:

• 2,3,5,6-Tetramethyl-1,4-benzoquinone
• 2,3,5,6-Tetramethyl-2,5-cyclohexadiene-1,4-dione
• 2,3,5,6-Tetramethyl-p-benzoquinone
• 2,3,5,6-Tetramethylbenzoquinone
• 2,5-Cyclohexadiene-1,4-dione, 2,3,5,6-tetramethyl-
• Benzoquinone (1,4), Tetramethyl-
• Nsc 2068
• TMQ
• Tetramethyl-1,4-benzoquinone
• Tetramethyl-P-Benzoquinone
• Tetramethyl-p-benzochinon
• Tetramethyl-p-quinone
• Tetramethylbenzoquinone
• Tetramethylquinone
• Tetrametil-P-Benzoquinona
• p-Benzoquinone, 2,3,5,6-tetramethyl-
• p-Benzoquinone, tetramethyl-
• p-Benzoquinone, tetramethyl-, semiquinone

Tetramethyl-1,4-benzoquinone

CAS: 527-17-3

• Formula: C₁₀H₁₂O₂
• Purity: >98.0%(GC)
• Color and Shape: White to Yellow to Yellow green powder to crystal
• Molecular weight: 164.20

2,3,5,6-Tetramethylcyclohexa-2,5-diene-1,4-dione

CAS: 527-17-3

• Formula: C₁₀H₁₂O₂
• Purity: 98%
• Color and Shape: Solid
• Molecular weight: 164.20108000000002

Duroquinone

CAS: 527-17-3

• Purity: 98+%
• Molecular weight: 164.20g/mol

2,3,5,6-Tetramethylcyclohexa-2,5-diene-1,4-dione

CAS: 527-17-3

• Purity: 95.0%
• Color and Shape: Solid
• Molecular weight: 164.20399475097656

Duroquinone

CAS: 527-17-3

Duroquinone is a redox potential agent that is used in vitro to study the interactions …

• Formula: C₁₀H₁₂O₂
• Purity: Min. 95%
• Color and Shape: Powder
• Molecular weight: 164.2 g/mol