CAS 527-61-7: 2,6-Dimethyl-1,4-benzoquinone

Description: 2,6-Dimethyl-1,4-benzoquinone, with the CAS number 527-61-7, is an organic compound characterized by its quinone structure, which features a six-membered aromatic ring with two methyl groups at the 2 and 6 positions and two carbonyl groups at the 1 and 4 positions. This compound is typically a yellow to orange solid at room temperature and is known for its strong oxidizing properties. It is soluble in organic solvents such as acetone and ethanol but has limited solubility in water. 2,6-Dimethyl-1,4-benzoquinone is often used in organic synthesis and as a reagent in various chemical reactions, including those involving electron transfer. Its reactivity is attributed to the presence of the quinone functional groups, which can participate in redox reactions. Additionally, this compound has applications in the field of materials science and as a precursor in the synthesis of other organic compounds. Safety precautions should be taken when handling it, as it can be irritating to the skin and eyes.

Formula: C₈H₈O₂

InChI: InChI=1S/C8H8O2/c1-5-3-7(9)4-6(2)8(5)10/h3-4H,1-2H3

InChI key: InChIKey=SENUUPBBLQWHMF-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: O=C1C=C(C(=O)C(=C1)C)C

Synonyms:

• m-Xyloquinone
• 2,6-Dimethyl-2,5-cyclohexadiene-1,4-dione
• 2,6-Dimethyl-p-benzoquinone
• p-Benzoquinone, 2,6-dimethyl-
• 2,5-Cyclohexadiene-1,4-dione, 2,6-dimethyl-

2,6-Dimethyl-1,4-benzoquinone

CAS: 527-61-7

• Formula: C₈H₈O₂
• Purity: >98.0%(GC)
• Color and Shape: Light yellow to Brown to Dark green powder to crystal
• Molecular weight: 136.15

2,6-Dimethyl-p-benzoquinone, 99%

CAS: 527-61-7

2,6-Dimethyl-p-benzoquinone is used as organic intermediates. This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part …

• Formula: C₈H₈O₂
• Purity: 99%
• Color and Shape: Yellow to orange to brown, Crystals or powder or crystalline powder
• Molecular weight: 136.15

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

CAS: 527-61-7

• Formula: C₈H₈O₂
• Purity: 98%
• Color and Shape: Solid
• Molecular weight: 136.14792

2,6-Dimethylbenzoquinone

CAS: 527-61-7

• Purity: ≥98%
• Molecular weight: 136.15g/mol

2,6-Dimethylbenzoquinone

CAS: 527-61-7

• Purity: 99%
• Molecular weight: 136.15g/mol

2,6-Dimethylbenzoquinone

CAS: 527-61-7

2,6-Dimethylbenzoquinone: found in Rauvolfia vomitoria, Tibouchina pulchra; has antibacterial properties at physiological levels.

• Formula: C₈H₈O₂
• Purity: 99.68%
• Color and Shape: Yellow Solid
• Molecular weight: 136.15

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

CAS: 527-61-7

• Purity: 95.0%
• Color and Shape: Solid, Pale yellow to greyish reddish yellow powder
• Molecular weight: 136.14999389648438

2,6-Dimethylbenzoquinone

CAS: 527-61-7

Applications 2,6-DIMETHYLBENZOQUINONE (cas# 527-61-7) is a useful research chemical.

• Formula: C₈H₈O₂
• Color and Shape: Neat
• Molecular weight: 136.14

2,6-Dimethyl-1,4-benzoquinone

CAS: 527-61-7

2,6-Dimethyl-1,4-benzoquinone is a compound that has an acidic character and can be found in the …

• Formula: C₈H₈O₂
• Purity: Min. 95%
• Molecular weight: 136.15 g/mol