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1,4-Naphthoquinone
1,4-Naphthoquinone is a quinone compound used in organic synthesis, dye production, and as a reagent in redox reactions. It appears as a yellow to orange crystalline solid. CAS: 130-15-4, Molecular formula: C10H6O2, Molecular weight: 158.16 g/mol, Storage: Ambient, Signal word: Danger. Molekula supplies 1,4-Naphthoquinone from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Overview
1,4-Naphthoquinone is a quinone compound used in organic synthesis, dye production, and as a reagent in redox reactions. It appears as a yellow to orange crystalline solid. CAS: 130-15-4, Molecular formula: C10H6O2, Molecular weight: 158.16 g/mol, Storage: Ambient, Signal word: Danger. Molekula supplies 1,4-Naphthoquinone from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Yellow-to-yellow green poweder |
| Melting Point | 124-126°C |
| Purity | 99.0% or higher |
| Solubiility | Soluble in Benzene and Chloroform |
| Weight loss by drying | 5.5% or lower |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 141 C |
| Transport Class | 6.1 (8) |
| Packing Group | I |
| Shelf Life | 60 months |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 130-15-4 |
| Molecular Formula | C10H6O2 |
| Molecular Weight | 158.16 |
| SMILES | C1=CC=C2C(=O)C=CC(=O)C2=C1 |
| EC / UN Number | 2928 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2914699000 |
| Tariff Code | 2914691000 |
Safety & GHS
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Explosive
GHS01
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Compressed Gas
GHS04
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Corrosive
GHS05
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Toxic
GHS06
Hazard statements
- H301 + H311 Toxic if swallowed or in contact with skin
- H314 (sub cat. 1C) Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
- H330 Fatal if inhaled
- H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P273 Avoid release to the environment
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
- P303+361 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse with water/shower
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
For research and industrial use only
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Pricing & pack sizes
Synonyms
No alternate names recorded for this product.
Frequently asked questions
What is 1,4-Naphthoquinone used for?
It is primarily used as a precursor in the synthesis of dyes, pharmaceuticals, and vitamin K analogs.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of 1,4-Naphthoquinone?
The formula is C10H6O2 with a molecular weight of 158.16 g/mol.
How should 1,4-Naphthoquinone be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from light and moisture.
What grade is available for 1,4-Naphthoquinone?
We offer technical grade; custom grades are available upon request.
Can Molekula supply 1,4-Naphthoquinone in bulk?
Yes, we can supply bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with an order of 1,4-Naphthoquinone?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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