Tetrahydroxyquinone
Tetrahydroxyquinone (Tetrahydroxy-1,4-benzoquinone), a primitive anticataract agent, is a redox active benzoquinone. Tetrahydroxyquinone can take part in a redox cycle with semiquinone radicals, leading to the formation of reactive oxygen species (ROS) [1].
Product Specifications
CAS Number
319-89-1
Product Name Alternative
Tetrahydroxy-1,4-benzoquinone; Tetrahydroxybenzoquinone
UNSPSC
12352211
Hazard Statement
H302, H315, H319, H335
Target
Apoptosis; Reactive Oxygen Species (ROS)
Related Pathways
Apoptosis; Immunology/Inflammation; Metabolic Enzyme/Protease; NF-κB
Applications
Cancer-programmed cell death
Field of Research
Cancer
Purity
98.0
Solubility
DMSO : 100 mg/mL (ultrasonic)
Smiles
O=C1C(O)=C(O)C(C(O)=C1O)=O
Molecular Formula
C6H4O6
Molecular Weight
172.09
Precautions
H302, H315, H319, H335
References & Citations
[1]Alexandre D Martins Cavagis, et al. Tetrahydroxyquinone induces apoptosis of leukemia cells through diminished survival signaling. Exp Hematol. 2006 Feb;34 (2) :188-96.
Shipping Conditions
Room Temperature
Storage Conditions
-20°C, 3 years; 4°C, 2 years (Powder)
Scientific Category
Reference compound1
Clinical Information
No Development Reported
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