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2-tert-Butyl-1,4-benzoquinone

Also known as: 2-tert-butylcyclohexa-2,5-diene-1,4-dione, EINECS 222-757-8, MFCD00666928

2-tert-Butyl-1,4-benzoquinone (CAS 3602-55-9) is a compound in the Ketones category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C10H12O2 and a molecular weight of 164.20100 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 54-58 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 227.8ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.092 g/cm3 and a flash point of 82.6ºC. 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.
3602-55-9
Jingsj CID
J-20134-0
Molecular Formula
C10H12O2
Molecular Weight
164.20100 g/mol
Category
Ketones
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point54-58 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point227.8ºC at 760 mmHg
Density1.092 g/cm3
Flash Point82.6ºC
Exact Mass164.08400
PSA34.14000
LogP1.66690
Refractive Index1.515

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-tert-Butyl-1,4-benzoquinone?

The CAS number of 2-tert-Butyl-1,4-benzoquinone is 3602-55-9.

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

2-tert-Butyl-1,4-benzoquinone has molecular formula C10H12O2 and molecular weight 164.20100 g/mol.

Is 2-tert-Butyl-1,4-benzoquinone hazardous?

2-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-tert-Butyl-1,4-benzoquinone?

For 2-tert-Butyl-1,4-benzoquinone, Upstream Products: 2-tert-butyl-1,4-dimethoxybenzene, tert-Butylhydroquinone, 2-tert-Butylphenol; Downstream Products: tert-Butylhydroquinone.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "2-tert-Butyl-1,4-benzoquinone (CAS 3602-55-9)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-20134-0 (accessed 2026-11-06).

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