Compound Q&A
What is 2-Hydroxy-1,4-benzoquinone (CAS: 2474-72-8)?
Answer
2-Hydroxy-1,4-benzoquinone is a quinone compound with the chemical formula C9H6O2. It is a yellow crystalline solid with a melting point of 146-147°C. This compound is known for its strong oxidizing properties and is often used in analytical chemistry and organic synthesis.
About
CAS No
2474-72-8
English Name
2-Hydroxy-1,4-benzoquinone
Molecular Formula
C6H4O3
Molecular Weight
124.09 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC(=O)C(=CC1=O)O
InChIKey
GPLIMIJPIZGPIF-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-11-07 07:51
