CAS 553-97-9: Methyl-1,4-benzoquinone
Description:Methyl-1,4-benzoquinone, also known as 2-methyl-1,4-benzoquinone, is an organic compound with the molecular formula C7H6O2. It is characterized by a quinone structure, which features a six-membered aromatic ring with two carbonyl groups (C=O) at the 1 and 4 positions, along with a methyl group at the 2 position. This compound typically appears as a yellow to orange solid and is soluble in organic solvents such as ethanol and acetone. Methyl-1,4-benzoquinone is known for its reactivity, particularly in redox reactions, where it can act as an electron acceptor. It is often used in organic synthesis and as an intermediate in the production of various dyes and pharmaceuticals. Additionally, it exhibits antimicrobial properties and has been studied for its potential applications in biochemistry and medicine. Due to its reactive nature, handling this compound requires appropriate safety precautions to avoid exposure and ensure safe laboratory practices.
Formula:C7H6O2
InChI:InChI=1S/C7H6O2/c1-5-4-6(8)2-3-7(5)9/h2-4H,1H3
InChI key:InChIKey=VTWDKFNVVLAELH-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES:O=C1C=CC(=O)C(=C1)C
- Synonyms:
- 2-Methyl-1,4-benzoquinone
- 2-Methyl-2,5-cyclohexadien-1,4-dione
- 2-Methyl-2,5-cyclohexadiene-1,4-dione
- 2-Methyl-p-benzoquinone
- 2-Methylbenzoquinone
- 2-Methylquinone
- Benzoquinone, 4-Methyl-
- Cresoquinone
- Methyl-1,4-benzoquinone
- Methyl-p-benzochinon
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- Methyl-p-benzoquinone
- Methyl-p-quinone
- Metil-P-Benzoquinona
- Monomethyl-p-benzoquinone
- Nsc 405002
- p-Benzoquinone, 2-methyl-
- p-Benzoquinone, methyl-
- p-Toluquinone
- 2,5-Cyclohexadiene-1,4-dione, 2-methyl-
- Toluquinone
- 2-methylcyclohexa-2,5-diene-1,4-dione

Methyl-p-benzoquinone, 98%
Ref: 02-036670
10g | 52.00 € | ||
50g | To inquire |

2,5-Cyclohexadiene-1,4-dione, 2-methyl-
Ref: IN-DA00I9V9
5g | 26.00 € | ||
25g | 30.00 € | ||
100g | 54.00 € | ||
250g | 105.00 € | ||
500g | 152.00 € |

p-Toluquinone
- Building Blocks
- Carbonyls
- Ketones
- 6-membered Rings
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- Quinones
- Ketones C3-C7
Ref: 3B-M0159
5g | 66.00 € | ||
25g | 287.00 € |

p-Toluquinone
Ref: 3B-T1244
25g | 53.00 € | ||
100g | 129.00 € |

2-Methyl-1,4-benzoquinone
Ref: 10-F470743
1kg | 202.00 € | ||
25g | 13.00 € | ||
100g | 32.00 € | ||
500g | 105.00 € |

Ref: 54-OR930410
5g | 32.00 € | ||
25g | 36.00 € | ||
100g | 44.00 € | ||
10kg | 2,340.00 € | ||
500g | 147.00 € | ||
2.5kg | 646.00 € |

p-Toluquinone
Ref: 3D-W-105565
1kg | To inquire | ||
5kg | To inquire | ||
500g | To inquire | ||
2500g | To inquire | ||
-Unit-kgkg | To inquire |

Methyl-p-benzoQuinone
Ref: 3D-FM40623
1kg | 224.00 € | ||
2kg | 360.00 € | ||
5kg | 685.00 € | ||
500g | 147.00 € |