Tetrahydroxyquinone monohydrate

Cat. No.: IBDI-431536

Tetrahydroxyquinone monohydrate (Tetrahydroxy-1,4-benzoquinone monohydrate), a primitive anticataract agent, is a redox active benzoquinone. Tetrahydroxyquinone monohydrate can take part in a redox cycle with semiquinone radicals, leading to the formation of reactive oxygen species (ROS).

Product Details

Target	Reactive Oxygen Species | Apoptosis
Molecular Weight	190.11
Appearance	Solid
Synonyms	Tetrahydroxy-1,4-benzoquinone monohydrate, Tetrahydroxybenzoquinone monohydrate
SMILES	O=C1C(O)=C(O)C(C(O)=C1O)=O.[H]O[H]
Purity	≥97.0%

Storage & Handling

Shipping	Room temperature in continental US. May vary elsewhere.
Storage	Powder: -20°C/3 years; 4°C/2 years In solvent: -80°C/6 months; -20°C/1 month
Regulatory Status	This product is for RESEARCH USE ONLY and is not intended for therapeutic or diagnostic use.