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Usage

Derivative of benzene

A compound derived from benzene, which is a six-carbon ring structure with alternating single and double bonds.

Contains two propenyl groups

These are groups with the structure CH2=CH-CH3, which consist of a vinyl group (CH2=CH) and a methyl group (-CH3).

Contains two hydroxyl groups

These are groups with the structure -OH, which consist of an oxygen atom bonded to a hydrogen atom.

Yellow crystalline solid

The compound forms yellow, well-defined crystals at room temperature.

Soluble in organic solvents

The compound can dissolve in certain organic solvents, such as ethanol, acetone, and dichloromethane.

Used in production of dyes

1,4-benzoquinone is utilized as an intermediate in the synthesis of various dye compounds.

Polymerization inhibitor

The compound can prevent or slow down the process of polymerization, which is the formation of polymers from monomers.

Chemical intermediate

1,4-benzoquinone is used as a starting material or intermediate in the synthesis of other organic compounds, including pharmaceuticals.

Treatment of skin conditions

The compound has been used to treat certain skin conditions, such as acne and fungal infections.

Anti-aging ingredient in cosmetics

1,4-benzoquinone is used in cosmetic products for its potential anti-aging properties.

Potential use in cancer treatment

Research is being conducted on the compound's ability to generate reactive oxygen species, which may have potential applications in cancer therapy.

Toxic and irritating

1,4-benzoquinone can be toxic and irritating to the skin, eyes, and respiratory system, so it should be handled with caution.

Upstream product

• 37592-20-4 1,4-bis(allyloxy)benzene 
• 123-31-9 hydroquinone 

Downstream Products

• 28885-64-5 2,3-dipropyl-1,4-dihydrobenzoquinone 
• 855871-39-5 2,3-diallyl-1,4-benzoquinone 
• 73861-57-1 3,6-dihydroxy-4,5-dipropylphthalaldehyde 
• 73861-56-0 2,3-dipropyl-5,6-bis(piperidinomethyl)-1,4-dihydrobenzoquinone 
• 651777-83-2 2,3-diallylhydroquinone dimethyl ether 

Relevant academic research and scientific papers

Annulated oxa-cage frameworks via Claisen rearrangement and ring-closing metathesis

In our quest to design high-density fuels, we report a variety of structurally interesting new annulated oxa-cage frameworks. Here, we investigated a linear synthetic sequence, which relies on reductive C–C bond cleavage and ring-closing metathesis as key

Synthesis of functionalized cage propellanes and D3-Trishomocubanes via the ring-closing metathesis and acid-promoted rearrangement

Several functionalized cage propellanes and D3-trishomocubanes containing spiro linkage have been reported starting with commercially available materials such as 1,4-hydroquinone and dicyclopentadiene. In this regard, Claisen rearrangement, Die

Ring-Closing Metathesis Approach to Cage Propellanes Containing Oxepane and Tetrahydrofuran Hybrid System

The preparation of a variety of structurally interesting oxygenated cage compounds involving atom-economic processes such as Claisen rearrangement, Diels-Alder reaction, [2+2] photocycloaddition, and ring-closing metathesis (RCM) as key steps is reported.

Design and synthesis of novel bis-annulated caged polycycles via ring-closing metathesis: Pushpakenediol

Intricate caged molecular frameworks are assembled by an atom economical process via a Diels-Alder (DA) reaction, a Claisen rearrangement, a ring-closing metathesis (RCM) and an alkenyl Grignard addition. The introduction of olefinic moieties in the penta

Colorant compounds, intermediates, and compositions

Colorants are disclosed that exhibit high color strength, bright shades, and high thermal stability. Such compounds have found application as colorants for polyethylene terephthalate (“PET”). Potential end uses include disperse dyes, non-warping pigments, decolorizable colorants, and the like. Compounds and methods for synthesis include benzodifuranone related compounds, benzene centered lactones, benzene centered lactams; benzene-centered thiolactones; naphthalene-centered lactones; naphthalene-centered lactams; naphthalene-centered thiolactones; anthraquinone-centered lactones; anthraquinone-centered lactams; anthraquinone-centered thiolactones; anthracene-centered lactones; anthracene-centered lactams; anthracene-centered thiolactones; hetero-aromatic-centered lactones; hetero-aromatic centered lactams and hetero-aromatic centered thiolactone compounds, and the like. Furthermore, resins such as PET or other polymeric resins containing the compounds are disclosed.

Design and synthesis of novel propellanes by using claisen rearrangement and ring-closing metathesis as the key steps

Novel hexacyclic caged compounds are prepared by a combination of Claisen rearrangement and ring-closing metathesis (RCM). Additionally, a Grignard reaction in conjugation with RCM produced intricate hexacyclic caged molecules.

Combined Multiple Claisen Rearrangement and Ring-closing Metathesis as a Route to Naphthalene, Anthracene, and Anthracycline Ring Systems

A new route involving double Claisen rearrangement of a suitable 1,4-diallyloxyarene system followed by ring-closing metathesis of the resulting diene has been developed for the synthesis of various benzannulated cyclohexenes. An important demonstration of this methodology is the construction of the tetracyclic quinophenolic ring system of the clinically important anthracyclines.