Compound Q&A
Are there alternatives to 2,3,5,6-Tetrahydroxy-1,4-benzoquinone (CAS: 319-89-1) in synthesis?
Answer
While 2,3,5,6-Tetrahydroxy-1,4-benzoquinone (CAS: 319-89-1) is a potent quinone, it can be replaced with other less hazardous compounds like 2,5-dihydroxybenzoic acid or 2,5-dihydroxybenzaldehyde. These alternatives offer similar functionality but with potentially lower toxicity and better safety profiles, making them viable options in synthesis processes.
About
CAS No
319-89-1
English Name
2,3,5,6-Tetrahydroxy-1,4-benzoquinone
Molecular Formula
C6H4O6
Molecular Weight
172.09 g/mol
SMILES
C1(=C(C(=O)C(=C(C1=O)O)O)O)O
InChIKey
DGQOCLATAPFASR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-23 22:54
