Vitamin K3

SKU: orb746837

Description

Vitamin K3 (also known as Menadione, Menaphthone, Kappaxin, Kayquinone, Thyloquinone, 2-Methyl-1,4-naphthoquinone; CAS number: 58-27-5) is a compound with a molecular weight of 172.18 Da and a purity of ≥98%.

Key Properties

• CAS Number: 58-27-5
• MW: 172.18
• Purity: ≥98%
• Formula: C₁₁H₈O₂
• SMILES: CC1=CC(=O)C2=CC=CC=C2C1=O
• Solubility: Insoluble in water. Soluble in ethanol (16 mg/mL) and benzene. Slightly soluble in chloroform and carbon tetrachloride.

Storage & Handling

• Storage: Storage Temp: -20°C
• Expiration Date: 12 months from date of receipt.
• Hazard Information: Chemical Hazard Code: Xn, Xi. UN Number: Not dangerous goods
• Disclaimer: For research use only

Alternative Names

Menadione, Menaphthone, Kappaxin, Kayquinone, Thyloquinone, 2-Methyl-1,4-naphthoquinone