Description / Application
Thymoquinone is a member of the class of 1,4-benzoquinones that is 1,4-bezoquinone in which the hydrogens at positions 2 and 5 are replaced by methyl and isopropyl groups, respectively. It is a natural compound isolated from Nigella sativa which has demonstrated promising chemotherapeutic activity. It has a role as an antioxidant, an antidepressant, an antineoplastic agent, an adjuvant, an anti-inflammatory agent, a plant metabolite and a cardioprotective agent.
Identities
| Alternative Name | 2-Isopropyl-5-methyl-1,4-benzoquinone; p-Mentha-3,6-diene-2,5-dione; 5-Isopropyl-2-methyl-1,4-benzoquinone |
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| Molecular Formula | C10H12O2 |
| Molecular Weight | 164.2 |
| MFCD | MFCD00001602 |
Safety
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| Signal Word | Warning |
| Hazard Statements | H302;H315;H319;H335 |
| Precautionary Statements | P261;P264;P270;P271;P280;P301+P312;P302+P352;P304+P340;P305+P351+P338;P312;P321;P330;P332+P313;P337+P313;P362;P403+P233;P405;P501 |