Molekula
1,4-Naphthoquinone
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1,4-Naphthoquinone is a quinone compound used in organic synthesis, dye production, and as a reagent in redox reactions. It also serves as a polymerization regulator for rubber and polyester resins, an intermediate for anthraquinone and fungicides such as dithianon, and a corrosion inhibitor. 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.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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500 g — £67.40 per pack ex VAT · £80.88 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Yellow- brown powder |
| Loss on Drying | ≤1.0% |
| Purity | ≥99.0% |
| Other Impurity | ≤1.0% |
| Naphthalene | ≤0.5% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 141 °C |
| Transport Class | 6.1 (8) |
| Packing Group | I |
| Acidity | Acid |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Yellow powder |
| Odour | Odor like that of benzoquinone |
| Melting Point | 128.5 °C |
| Solubility (other solvents) | Very soluble in alkali hydroxide solutions |
| Vapour Pressure | 2.6 Pa at 50 °C |
| log P (octanol/water) | 1.71 |
Source: PubChem CID 8530 (HSDB, ICSC)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 25038144 |
| CAS Number | 130-15-4 |
| IUPAC Name | naphthalene-1,4-dione |
| EC Number | 204-977-6 |
| Molecular Formula | C10H6O2 |
| Molecular Weight | 158.16 |
| Exact Mass | 158.0368 |
| SMILES | C1=CC=C2C(=O)C=CC(=O)C2=C1 |
| InChIKey | FRASJONUBLZVQX-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C10H6O2/c11-9-5-6-10(12)8-4-2-1-3-7(8)9/h1-6H |
| PubChem CID | 8530 |
| UN Number | UN2928 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2914699000 |
| Tariff Code | 2914691000 |
Safety & GHS
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Corrosive
GHS05
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Toxic
GHS06
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Hazardous to the Environment
GHS09
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
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- 1,4-Dihydro-1,4-diketonaphthalene
- 1,4-dihydronaphthalene-1,4-dione
- 1,4-Naftochinon
- 1,4-Naphthalenedione
- 1,4-Naphthylquinone
- alpha-Naphthoquinone
- naphthalene-1,4-dione
- NAPHTHOQUINONE
- p-Naphthoquinone
- USAF CY-10
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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