1,4-Naphthaquinone-2,3-Epoxide

Name: 1,4-Naphthaquinone-2,3-Epoxide
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-050884

About 1,4-Naphthaquinone-2,3-Epoxide

1,4-Naphthaquinone-2,3-Epoxide is a carbonyl building block carrying the CAS registry number 15448-58-5. Formula C10H6O3, molecular weight 174.15 g/mol. The IUPAC name is 1a,7a-dihydronaphtho[2,3-b]oxirene-2,7-dione. It is also known as 2,3-Epoxy-2,3-dihydro-1,4-naphthoquinone or Naphtho[2,3-b]oxirene-2,7(1aH,7aH)-dione.

Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. It carries the GHS signal word “Warning” with 4 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

It is commonly used for organic synthesis, condensation and reductive amination and API intermediates. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Available in 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g and 5 g packs, 1,4-Naphthaquinone-2,3-Epoxide is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide. A Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and technical specifications are available on request. Larger quantities and custom packaging are available. Request a quote for pricing and lead time.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
Condensation & reductive amination
API intermediates

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	1,4-Naphthaquinone-2,3-Epoxide
Catalogue No.	VQ-050884
CAS Number	15448-58-5
IUPAC name	1a,7a-dihydronaphtho[2,3-b]oxirene-2,7-dione
Molecular formula	C₁₀H₆O₃
Molecular weight	174.15 g/mol
Exact mass	174.0317
InChIKey	TVVRFUOKLKGUKT-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=CC=C2C(=C1)C(=O)C3C(C2=O)O3
PubChem CID	85844

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
LogP (XLogP3)	1
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 3
TPSA	46.7 Å²
Synonyms	2,3-Epoxy-2,3-dihydro-1,4-naphthoquinone, Naphtho[2,3-b]oxirene-2,7(1aH,7aH)-dione, 1aH,2H,7H,7aH-naphtho[2,3-b]oxirene-2,7-dione, Naphth[2,3-b]oxirene-2,7-dione, 1a,7a-dihydro-, 1,4-Naphthoquinone, 2,3-epoxy-2,3-dihydro-, 1,4-Naphthoquinone 2,3-oxide, 1a,7a-Dihydronaphth[2,3-b]oxirene-2,7-dione, 2,3-dihydro-2,3-epoxy-1,4-naphthoquinone, 2,3-epoxy-2, 3-dihydro-1,4-naphthoquinone, 1a,7a-Dihydronaphtho[2,3-b]oxirene-2,7-dione #

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P330, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of 1,4-Naphthaquinone-2,3-Epoxide?

The CAS Registry Number of 1,4-Naphthaquinone-2,3-Epoxide is 15448-58-5. It is also known as 2,3-Epoxy-2,3-dihydro-1,4-naphthoquinone, Naphtho[2,3-b]oxirene-2,7(1aH,7aH)-dione, 1aH,2H,7H,7aH-naphtho[2,3-b]oxirene-2,7-dione.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 1,4-Naphthaquinone-2,3-Epoxide?

1,4-Naphthaquinone-2,3-Epoxide has the molecular formula C10H6O3 and a molecular weight of 174.15 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 1a,7a-dihydronaphtho[2,3-b]oxirene-2,7-dione.

Which grade and pack sizes of 1,4-Naphthaquinone-2,3-Epoxide can I order?

We supply 1,4-Naphthaquinone-2,3-Epoxide, in 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g, 5 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 1,4-Naphthaquinone-2,3-Epoxide?

Yes. Every lot of 1,4-Naphthaquinone-2,3-Epoxide is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can 1,4-Naphthaquinone-2,3-Epoxide be shipped internationally?

Yes. 1,4-Naphthaquinone-2,3-Epoxide is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.