Product Description:
2,3-Dichloro-5,6-dicyano-1,4-benzoquinone, commonly known as DDQ, is a chemical compound used as an oxidizing agent in organic synthesis.
Applications & Uses:
CAS#:
84-58-2
SYNONYM:
DDQ;2,3-Dichloro-5,6-dicyano-p-benzoquinone
FORMULA:
C8Cl2N2O2
PRODUCT TYPE:
HAZARD:
Toxic
CATEGORIES:
Organic Intermediate
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Specialty Chemicals
Technical Specifications
Appearance :
yellow solid
Density, g/cm3 :
1.62
Melting point, °C :
213-216
Molecular weight, g/mol :
227.03
2,3-Dichloro-5,6-dicyano-1,4-benzoquinone, commonly known as DDQ, is a powerful oxidizing agent, renowned for its efficacy and versatility in organic synthesis. With a distinctive deep yellow crystalline appearance, DDQ is a vital reagent favored for its exceptional ability to dehydrogenate alcohols to carbonyl compounds, an essential transformation in synthetic chemistry. Known for its stability and high selectivity, DDQ is widely employed in oxidative processes, including the aromatization of cyclic compounds and oxidation of phenols, among others. Its unique properties make it a popular choice in pharmaceutical development, agrochemicals, and material science, supporting the synthesis of complex molecules with precision and efficiency. This high-purity compound is an indispensable tool for researchers and chemists seeking reliable and reproducible results in their advanced synthetic applications.