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chloranilic acid

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Description

Chloranilic acid, also known as 2,5-dichloro-3,6-dihydroxy-p-benzoquinone, is a bright yellow crystalline organic compound. It is a strong acid and is widely used in analytical chemistry as a reagent. It is also used in the synthesis of other organic compounds. Chloranilic acid has been extensively studied for its unique properties and applications in various fields, including its potential as a photocatalyst, its ability to form coordination complexes with metal ions, and its potential application in the development of new organic materials. The synthesis of chloranilic acid involves a multi-step process starting from p-benzoquinone. It can be synthesized via the chlorination of p-benzoquinone followed by hydrolysis to obtain the desired product. The reaction typically involves a strong oxidizing agent like chlorine in the presence of a catalyst. Chloranilic acid is a highly reactive compound and exhibits various biological effects. It has been reported to possess antibacterial and antifungal activities, attributed to its ability to disrupt cellular processes and alter metabolic pathways. Furthermore, chloranilic acid has shown potential in inhibiting the growth of certain types of cancer cells in laboratory studies. Its interactions with DNA and its ability to disrupt DNA replication are also subject to investigation. Due to its unique properties, chloranilic acid has garnered significant interest in various research areas. Scientists are studying its potential as a catalyst in organic reactions, particularly in the synthesis of polymers and pharmaceuticals. Its ability to form coordination complexes with metal ions has also made it a valuable tool in coordination chemistry. The exploration of its photocatalytic properties has led to the development of new materials for applications in solar energy conversion and environmental remediation. Moreover, ongoing research aims to understand its potential as a building block for the development of novel electronic materials and sensors. In summary, chloranilic acid is a versatile compound with a rich history of research and applications, showcasing its importance in various fields. Its unique properties and potential applications continue to drive scientific inquiry, paving the way for new discoveries and advancements.'

chloranilic acid: structure [Medical Subject Headings (MeSH), National Library of Medicine, extracted Dec-2023]

Cross-References

ID SourceID
PubMed CID66604
SCHEMBL ID223460
MeSH IDM0062908

Synonyms (47)

Synonym
nsc-97383
p-benzoquinone,5-dichloro-3,6-dihydroxy-
chloranilic acid
2,4-dione, 2,5-dichloro-3,6-dihydroxy-
87-88-7
nsc6108
nsc-6108
2,5-cyclohexadiene-1,4-dione, 2,5-dichloro-3,6-dihydroxy-
nsc 6108
einecs 201-780-7
2,5-dichloro-3,6-dihydroxybenzoquinone
2,5-dichloro-3,6-dihydroxy-p-benzoquinone
brn 1875040
p-benzoquinone, 2,5-dichloro-3,6-dihydroxy-
2,5-dihydroxy-3,6-dichlorobenzoquinone
p-chloranilic acid
ai3-61846
p-quinone, 2,5-dichloro-3,6-dihydroxy-
2,5-dichloro-3,6-dihydroxy-p-quinone
2,5-dichloro-3,6-dihydroxy-1,4-benzoquinone
2,5-dichloro-3,6-dihydroxycyclohexa-2,5-diene-1,4-dione
AKOS005721141
yj8l3bb7y4 ,
unii-yj8l3bb7y4
4-08-00-02707 (beilstein handbook reference)
BBL011397
STL146501
FT-0623598
2,5-dichloro-3,6-dihydroxybenzo-1,4-quinone
AE-848/02298042
chloranilic acid [mi]
2,5-dihydroxy-3,6-dichloro-1,4-benzoquinone
2,5-dichloro-3,6-dihydroxy-2,5-cyclohexadiene-1,4-dione
SCHEMBL223460
DTXSID3058959
J-610061
W-104002
2,5-dichloro-3,6-dihydroxybenzo-1,4-quinone #
IPPWILKGXFOXHO-UHFFFAOYSA-N
mfcd00001596
chloranilic acid, puriss. p.a., for the determination of ca, sr, zr, >=99.0% (t)
A855718
Q3277941
AS-14684
chloranilicacid
D89191
SY013974

Research Excerpts

Dosage Studied

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ExcerptRelevanceReference
" The spectrophotometric and the atomic absorption spectrometric procedures hold well their accuracy and precision when applied to the analysis of cefotaxime sodium and cefuroxime sodium dosage forms."( Spectrophotometric and atomic absorption spectrometric determination of certain cephalosporins.
Abdellatef, HE; Ayad, MM; Elsaid, HM; Shalaby, AA, 1999
)
0.3
"Quantitative determination of famotidine and its dosage forms was carried out spectrophotometrically, analysing the coloured complex resulting from a charge-transfer interaction between the drug as an electron-donor and chloranilic acid as an electron-acceptor."( Quantitative determination of famotidine through charge-transfer complexation with chloranilic acid.
Ajali, U; Chukwurah, BK,
)
0.54
"The principle of charge transfer complexation involving a pi-acceptor (chloranilic acid) and an n-donor (chlorpheniramine) was utilized in the assay of the later in its pure form and in its tablet dosage forms."( Spectrophotometric and some thermodynamic parameters of the charge transfer complexation between chloranilic acid and chlorpheniramine.
Ajali, U; Ofoefule, SI,
)
0.58
"5 x 10(-4), which enabled the assay of dosage forms of the drug at microquantities."( Spectrophotometric determination of nikethamide by charge--transfer complexation with chloranilic acid.
Ajali, U; Odoh, UE; Okide, GB,
)
0.35
" Haloperidol in pure form and in dosage form was assayed in this study."( Thermodynamic consideration of the charge transfer interaction of the donor: acceptor type between chloranilic acid and haloperidol.
Adikwu, MU; Akidi, FO; Attama, AA; Nnamani, PO, 2004
)
0.54
"Two simple, sensitive and economical spectrophotometric methods have been developed for the determination of amiodarone hydrochloride in pure form and commercial dosage form."( Validated spectrophotometric methods for the determination of amiodarone hydrochloride in commercial dosage forms using p-chloranilic acid and 2,3-dichloro-5,6-dicyano-1,4-benzoquinone.
Azmi, SN; Khan, NA; Rahman, N, 2004
)
0.53
" The proposed methods could be applied successfully to the investigated pure compounds and pharmaceutical dosage forms with good accuracy and precision."( [Fluorescence spectroscopy determination of lomefloxacin by charge transfer complex formation with chloranilic acid].
Du, LM; Yuan, JM; Zhou, J, 2004
)
0.54
" Both the methods have been applied to the determination of lisinopril in pharmaceutical dosage forms."( Application of pi-acceptors to the spectrophotometric determination of lisinopril in commercial dosage forms.
Anwar, N; Kashif, M; Rahman, N,
)
0.13
" The proposed methods were successfully applied to the assay of sodium valproate in tablets and oral solution dosage forms with good accuracy and precision."( Validated spectrophotometric methods for determination of sodium valproate based on charge transfer complexation reactions.
Abdel-Khalek, MM; Abo-Gharam, AH; Belal, TS; El-Kafrawy, DS; Mahrous, MS, 2016
)
0.43
[information is derived through text-mining from research data collected from National Library of Medicine (NLM), extracted Dec-2023]

Research

Studies (61)

TimeframeStudies, This Drug (%)All Drugs %
pre-199013 (21.31)18.7374
1990's6 (9.84)18.2507
2000's22 (36.07)29.6817
2010's14 (22.95)24.3611
2020's6 (9.84)2.80
[information is prepared from research data collected from National Library of Medicine (NLM), extracted Dec-2023]

Market Indicators

Research Demand Index: 31.58

According to the monthly volume, diversity, and competition of internet searches for this compound, as well the volume and growth of publications, there is estimated to be moderate demand-to-supply ratio for research on this compound.

MetricThis Compound (vs All)
Research Demand Index31.58 (24.57)
Research Supply Index4.32 (2.92)
Research Growth Index4.85 (4.65)
Search Engine Demand Index42.09 (26.88)
Search Engine Supply Index2.00 (0.95)

This Compound (31.58)

All Compounds (24.57)

Study Types

Publication TypeThis drug (%)All Drugs (%)
Trials0 (0.00%)5.53%
Reviews0 (0.00%)6.00%
Case Studies0 (0.00%)4.05%
Observational0 (0.00%)0.25%
Other74 (100.00%)84.16%
[information is prepared from research data collected from National Library of Medicine (NLM), extracted Dec-2023]