Description

4-tert-Butylbenzo-15-Crown-5 is a specialized crown ether derivative, a key member of the macrocyclic polyether family. Its core value lies in its exceptional ability to selectively complex with alkali metal cations, particularly potassium ions, making it a vital tool for phase-transfer catalysis and ion recognition. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of organic synthesis, chemical sensors, and advanced materials science, where precise molecular control is required.

Application

• Phase-Transfer Catalyst (PTC): Facilitates reactions between reagents in immiscible phases, enhancing reaction rates and yields in organic synthesis.
• Ion-Selective Electrodes & Sensors: Serves as a critical ionophore in membrane formulations for detecting potassium and other alkali metal ions.
• Metal Ion Extraction & Separation: Used in liquid-liquid extraction processes to selectively separate and purify specific metal ions from complex mixtures.
• Supramolecular Chemistry Building Block: Acts as a foundational component for constructing more complex host-guest systems and molecular machines.
• Polymer Modification: Incorporated into polymer matrices to create ion-conductive materials or membranes with specific transport properties.
• Analytical Chemistry Reagent: Employed in chromatographic separations and as a complexing agent in various spectroscopic analytical methods.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-tert-Butylbenzo-15-Crown-5
CAS No.	15196-73-3
Molecular Formula	C20H32O5
Molecular Weight	352.47 g/mol
Synonyms	4-tert-Butylbenzo-15-crown-5; 4-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)benzo-15-crown-5; Benzo-15-crown-5, 4-tert-butyl derivative; 15-Crown-5, 4-tert-butylbenzo derivative; 1,4,7,10,13-Pentaoxacyclopentadec-2-ylmethyl-5-tert-butylbenzene; 4-tert-Butyl-2,3,5,6,8,9,11,12-octahydro-1,4,7,10,13-benzopentaoxacyclopentadecin
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-tert-Butylbenzo-15-Crown-5 is produced under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity verification and NMR/IR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.