2,3-Dimethoxy-1,4-naphthoquinone
2,3-二甲氧基-1,4-萘醌
Also known as: DMNQ, 1,4-Naphthalenedione, 2,3-dimethoxy-, 2,3-Dimethoxy-1,4-naphthalenedione, 2,3-Dimethoxynaphthoquinone, 2,3-dimethoxy-1,4-NQ, 2,3-dimethoxynaphthalene-1,4-dione, DiMeNQ, Nsc 69355, MFCD00184331
2,3-Dimethoxy-1,4-naphthoquinone (CAS 6956-96-3) is a compound in the Ketones category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C12H10O4 and a molecular weight of 218.20500 g/mol. It is also known as DMNQ, 1,4-Naphthalenedione, 2,3-dimethoxy- and 2,3-Dimethoxy-1,4-naphthalenedione. Key properties include a boiling point of 392.5ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.28g/cm3 and a flash point of 177.6ºC. 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.
- 6956-96-3
- Jingsj CID
- J-36336-1
- Molecular Formula
- C12H10O4
- Chinese Name
- 2,3-二甲氧基-1,4-萘醌
- Molecular Weight
- 218.20500 g/mol
- Category
- Ketones
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 392.5ºC at 760 mmHg |
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| Density | 1.28g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 177.6ºC |
| Exact Mass | 218.05800 |
| PSA | 52.60000 |
| LogP | 1.57000 |
| Refractive Index | 1.571 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Chacko BK, et al. The Bioenergetic Health Index is a sensitive measure of oxidative stress in human monocytes. Redox Biol. 2016 Aug;8:43-50. |
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Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2914690090 |
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| Summary | 2914690090 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 2,3-Dimethoxy-1,4-naphthoquinone?
The CAS number of 2,3-Dimethoxy-1,4-naphthoquinone is 6956-96-3.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2,3-Dimethoxy-1,4-naphthoquinone?
2,3-Dimethoxy-1,4-naphthoquinone has molecular formula C12H10O4 and molecular weight 218.20500 g/mol.
Is 2,3-Dimethoxy-1,4-naphthoquinone hazardous?
2,3-Dimethoxy-1,4-naphthoquinone has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.
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