| Description | 2,5-Dihydroxy-1,4-benzoquinone is a natural product with antimicrobial activity that reduces trophic growth and inhibits spore germination of six fungal species in 12 different genera. |
| molecular weight | 140.09 |
| Molecular formula | C6H4O4 |
| CAS | 615-94-1 |
| Storage | Powder: -20°C for 3 years | In solvent: -80°C for 1 year |
| Solubility | DMSO: 50 mg/mL (356.91 mM) |
| References | 1. Cowan JA, et al. The 1:1 adduct of 2,5-dihydroxy-1,4-benzoquinone with 4,4'-bipyridine. Acta Crystallogr C. 2001;57(Pt 3):302-303. |