Tetrahydroxyquinone

SKU: orb1310818

Description

Tetrahydroxyquinone (Tetroquinone) is a redox-active small molecule historically investigated as an anticataract agent. Its ability to engage in redox cycling, generating semiquinone radicals and reactive oxygen species (ROS), makes it a useful tool for studying oxidative stress mechanisms in both biochemical and cellular research models.

Research Area

Cell Biology, Immunology & Inflammation, Metabolism Research, Signal Transduction

Key Properties

• CAS Number: 319-89-1
• MW: 172.09
• Purity: 98.47% (May vary between batches)
• Formula: C₆H₄O₆
• SMILES: OC1=C(O)C(=O)C(O)=C(O)C1=O
• Target: Antioxidant,Reactive Oxygen Species,Apoptosis,ROS
• Solubility: DMSO:1.6 mg/mL (9.3 mM);10% DMSO+40% PEG300+5% Tween 80+45% Saline:1 mg/mL (5.81 mM)

Storage & Handling

• Storage: keep away from direct sunlight | Powder: -20°C for 3 years | In solvent: -80°C for 1 year | Shipping with blue ice/Shipping at ambient temperature.
• Expiration Date: 12 months from date of receipt.
• Disclaimer: For research use only

Alternative Names

benzoquinone, Cytotoxic, Apoptosis, anticataract, Antioxidant, mitochondrial, ReactiveOxygenSpecies, Reactive Oxygen Species, redox, Tetrahydroxy-1,4-benzoquinone, Tetrahydroxybenzoquinone, Tetrahydroxyquinone, Tetroquinone

Compound Identifiers

PubChem CID

5424