Description

2-(2-Phenylpropan-2-Yl)Phenol is a substituted phenolic compound that serves as a versatile intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring a tertiary benzylic carbon adjacent to the phenolic hydroxyl, makes it valuable for creating specialized polymers and fine chemicals. This product is primarily sought by R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and polymer industries for developing novel compounds and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block for herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or chain modifier in the production of specialty resins, including phenolic and epoxy resins.
• Antioxidant Precursor: Utilized in the manufacture of hindered phenol antioxidants for plastics and rubber stabilization.
• Chemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new organic reactions and material properties.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Functions in the synthesis of complex organic colorants.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(2-Phenylpropan-2-Yl)Phenol
CAS No.	18168-40-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₅H₁₆O
Molecular Weight	212.29 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(α,α-Dimethylbenzyl)phenol; 2-(2-Phenylisopropyl)phenol; o-(α,α-Dimethylbenzyl)phenol; 2-(1-Methyl-1-phenylethyl)phenol; Phenol, 2-(1-methyl-1-phenylethyl)-; Phenol, 2-(α,α-dimethylbenzyl)-; Bisphenol AP (common name for related isomers); Contact for additional trade names.
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(2-Phenylpropan-2-Yl)Phenol is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at 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
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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