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2,5-Di-tert-butyl-1,4-benzoquinone

Also known as: 2,5-Di-tert-butyl-p-benzoquinone, 2,5-Di-tert-butyl-p-quinone, 2,5-Di-tert-butylbenzoquinone, 2,5-Di-tert-butylquinone, 2,5-di-tert-butyl-1,4-hydroquinone, 2,5-di-tert-butylsemiquinone, 2,5-di(tert-butyl)-1,4-hydroquinone, 2,5-ditert-butylcyclohexa-2,5-diene-1,4-dione, 2,5-bis(1,1-dimethylethyl)-2,5-cyclohexadiene-1,4-dione

2,5-Di-tert-butyl-1,4-benzoquinone (CAS 2460-77-7) is a compound in the Ketones category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C14H20O2 and a molecular weight of 220.30700 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 152-154 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 285.4ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.027g/cm3 and a flash point of 106.2ºC. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
2460-77-7
Jingsj CID
J-957027-8
Molecular Formula
C14H20O2
Molecular Weight
220.30700 g/mol
Category
Ketones
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point152-154 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point285.4ºC at 760 mmHg
Density1.027g/cm3
Flash Point106.2ºC
Exact Mass220.14600
PSA34.14000
LogP3.08320
Vapor Pressure0.00281mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.504

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2914690090
Summary2914690090 other quinones。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:5.5%。General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 2,5-Di-tert-butyl-1,4-benzoquinone?

The CAS number of 2,5-Di-tert-butyl-1,4-benzoquinone is 2460-77-7.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2,5-Di-tert-butyl-1,4-benzoquinone?

2,5-Di-tert-butyl-1,4-benzoquinone has molecular formula C14H20O2 and molecular weight 220.30700 g/mol.

Is 2,5-Di-tert-butyl-1,4-benzoquinone hazardous?

2,5-Di-tert-butyl-1,4-benzoquinone has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 2,5-Di-tert-butyl-1,4-benzoquinone?

For 2,5-Di-tert-butyl-1,4-benzoquinone, Upstream Products: 2,5-Di-tert-butylhydroquinone, Hydroquinone, tert-Butanol; Downstream Products: 2,5-Di-tert-butylhydroquinone.

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