Ubidecarenone is 2,3-dimethoxy-5-methyl-6-decaprenyl-benzoquinone. Molecular Formula: C59H90O4. Molecular Weight: 863.36.
Ubidecarenone occurs as a yellow to orange crystalline powder and has no odor or taste. It is very soluble in chloroform and carbon tetrachloride, freely soluble in dioxane, ether and hexane, sparingly soluble in acetone and practically insoluble in water, methanol and ethanol. Ubidecarenone is gradually decomposed and turns a dark color when exposed to light. Melting Point: Approximately 48°C.