geroquinol

geroquinol - Names and Identifiers

Name	Geroquinol
Synonyms	GHQ geroquinol Geroquinol geranylhydroquinone 2-[(2E)-3,7-Dimethyl-2,6-octadienyl]hydroquinone 2-[(E)-3,7-Dimethyl-2,6-octadienyl]-1,4-benzenediol 1,4-Benzenediol, 2-[(2E)-3,7-dimethyl-2,6-octadien-1-yl]-
CAS	10457-66-6

geroquinol - Physico-chemical Properties

Molecular Formula	C16H22O2
Molar Mass	246.34
Density	1.035±0.06 g/cm3(Predicted)
Melting Point	61-62°, H. Inouye et al., Ber. 101, 4057 (1968)
Boling Point	413.1±33.0 °C(Predicted)
pKa	10.66±0.18(Predicted)

geroquinol - Introduction

Geroquinol(Geroquinol) is an organic compound with the chemical name 2,3-dimethyl -1,4-benzoquinone. It is a pale yellow crystalline solid, insoluble in water at normal temperature, but soluble in organic solvents such as ethanol and dichloromethane.

Geroquinol has some applications in the field of medicine. It has antibacterial, antiviral and antifungal activities and is used as an intermediate or active ingredient of drugs. In addition, Geroquinol are also used as dyes, cosmetics and preservatives.

Geroquinol can be prepared by a variety of methods. The common preparation method is to form an intermediate by reacting benzoquinone and acetic anhydride, and then reducing the intermediate with methanol to obtain Geroquinol. Other preparation methods include the reaction of catechol and t-butanol, or the reaction of benzoquinone and methylamine, etc.

When using the Geroquinol, you need to pay attention to its safety information. Geroquinol are irritating to the eyes, skin, and respiratory system and may cause irritation, pain, and difficulty breathing. Immediately after contact with Geroquinol, rinse with clean water and seek medical attention. In addition, Geroquinol has low pharmacological toxicity, but its long-term exposure may affect human health. Therefore, when using the Geroquinol, we must pay attention to the correct operation mode and protective measures to avoid inhalation, contact and intake.

Last Update：2024-04-09 20:52:54