CAS 719-22-2: 2,6-Di-tert-butyl-1,4-benzoquinone

2,6-Di-tert-butylcyclohexa-2,5-diene-1,4-dione (BHT) is a chemical compound that is used as an oxygenation catalyst and analytical method. The molecular structure of BHT contains a hydroxyl group with a redox potential of 0.3 V and a thermal expansion coefficient of 7 x 10 K. This compound has been shown to be toxic in mice, causing lung damage and oxidative DNA damage. BHT also inhibits the transcriptional regulation of genes by binding to amines in the cell membrane. It can act as an antioxidant because it binds to reactive oxygen species and prevents them from oxidizing other molecules in the cell. These properties make it useful for protecting cells from oxidative stress caused by reactive oxygen species or peroxides.

2,6-Di-tert-butyl-1,4-benzoquinone was used as an antioxidant to study the elimination rate of micro pollutant from storm and waste water. It was also used as a metabolite of butylated hydroxytoluene. It is used as a treatment agent to improve germination and plant health. This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

2,6-di(tert-butyl)benzo-1,4-quinone

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Acros Organics product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Acros Organics product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

Applications 2.6-Di-tert-butyl-p-benzoquinone was used as a treatment agent to improve germination, plant health and yield.