benzoquinone

Tetrahydroxyquinone (Tetroquinone) is a molecule best known as a primitive anticataract drug, is also a highly redox active molecule that can take part in a redox cycle with semiquinone radicals, leading to the formation of reactive oxygen species (ROS).

p-Benzoquinone is a superoxide scavenger. It is identified as a toxic metabolite in human blood.

2-tert-Butyl-1,4-benzoquinone (TBQ), an electrophilic metabolite of butylated hydroxyanisole (BHA), activates Nrf2 and S-arylates its negative regulator Keap1 in RAW264.7 cells.

2,5-Dihydroxy-1,4-benzoquinone is a natural product with antimicrobial activity that reduces trophic growth and inhibits spore germination in six fungal species across 12 different genera.

2,5-Di-tert-butyl-1,4-benzoquinone is a potent antibacterial agent found primarily in marine Streptomyces sp. VITVSK1, effective against emerging antibiotic resistance. Additionally, it serves as a powerful inhibitor of RNA polymerase.

Aziridyl benzoquinone, an antineoplastic agent, has been studied as a mutagen and as a carcinogenic agent.

2-Methoxy-6-pentadecyl-1,4-benzoquinone (1c), a pentadecyl derivative, is isolatable from the seed oils of various Iris species, including I. pseudacorus, I. missouriensis, and I. sibirica [1].

p-Benzoquinone-d4 is a deuterated compound of p-Benzoquinone. p-Benzoquinone has a CAS number of 106-51-4. p-Benzoquinone is a superoxide scavenger. p-Benzoquinone is a toxic metabolite found in human blood.

2,6-Dimethylbenzoquinone (2,6-Dimethylquinone) is a benzoquinone, a chemical compound found in Rauvolfia vomitoria and in Tibouchina pulchra.At physiological concentrations 2, 6-Dimethoxy-p-benzoquinone is an antibacterial substance

Diaziquone (NSC-182986) is a water-soluble synthetic azacyclic benzoquinone that enhances penetration of the blood-brain barrier, has antitumor activity, and is used in the treatment of extreme renal failure.

Ubiquinol, the biologically active reduced form of coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10), Ubiquinol exerts its potent bioenergetic and antioxidant effects through the redox capability of its benzoquinone head group to accept and donate electrons, making it a promising therapeutic candidate for improving muscle function and physical performance.

Chloranil (tetrachloro-p-benzoquinone) triggers inflammation and neurological dysfunction through Toll-like receptor 4 signaling and can be used to model inflammation in mice.

1-Hydroxybaccatin I possesses significant antinociceptive activity against p- benzoquinone-induced abdominal contractions.

Atromentin is a natural chemical compound found in Agaricomycetes fungi in the orders Agaricales and Thelephorales. It can also be prepared by laboratory synthesis. Chemically, it is a polyphenol and a benzoquinone.

Maesanin is a naturally occurring bioactive benzoquinone isolated from the fruits of Maesa lanceolata (Myrsinaceae).

Vatiquinone, also known as EPI 743, is an orally bioavailable para-benzoquinone being developed for inherited mitochondrial diseases. The mechanism of action of EPI-743 involves augmenting the synthesis of glutathione, optimizing metabolic control, enhanc

2,6-Dimethoxyquinone is a plant derived liposuction inducing factor. It has antilipemic, anticancer, antibacterial, antimalarial and anti-inflammatory properties.

Cochlioquinone B is a phytotoxin that inhibits NADH oxidase and NADH-2,3-dimethoxy-5-pentyl-1,4-benzoquinone reductase from heart mitochondria.

Tetrahydroxyquinone monohydrate (Tetrahydroxy-1,4-benzoquinone monohydrate) is a redox-active benzoquinone and early-stage anticataract agent that engages in redox cycling with semiquinone radicals, leading to the generation of reactive oxygen species (ROS).

Anserinone B, a benzoquinone with antifungal and antibacterial properties, inhibits radial growth by 50% and 37% against S. fimicola and A. furfuraceus, respectively. Additionally, it demonstrates moderate cytotoxicity across the National Cancer Institute's 60 human tumor cell lines, with a GI 50 value of 4.4 µg mL.

Coenzyme Q6 (Ubiquinone 30), an isoprenylated benzoquinone lipid, plays a pivotal role in respiratory electron transport and acts as a lipid antioxidant. Besides, it possesses antioxidant properties that inhibit the generation of free radicals and prevent oxidative damage [1].

Herqueilenone A, a benzoquinone-chromanon, is derived from the fungus Penicillium herquei FT729 isolated from volcanic soil in Hawaii[1].

Compound 8, designated as 1,3,5,6-Tetrahydroxy-8-methylxanthone, is a dimeric 1,4-benzoquinone derivative extracted from the marine-derived Penicillium genus [1].

Chloranil (Standard) is the standard substance of Chloranil, and it is applicable for quantitative analysis, quality control, and related research in biochemical experiments. Chloranil (tetrachloro-p-benzoquinone) triggers inflammation and neurological dysfunction through Toll-like receptor 4 signaling and can be used to model inflammation in mice.