Description

2,6-Di-tert-Butyl-Anthraquinone is a high-purity, substituted anthraquinone derivative valued for its role as a key intermediate and functional additive. This compound is engineered to provide enhanced stability and specific reactivity in advanced chemical synthesis. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the specialty chemical, polymer, and pharmaceutical research sectors for developing high-performance materials and fine chemicals.

Application

• As a crucial intermediate in the synthesis of advanced dyes, pigments, and optical brighteners.
• Functioning as a stabilizer or antioxidant precursor in polymer and plastic formulations to inhibit degradation.
• Utilized in organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research for constructing complex molecular architectures.
• Potential application as a photoinitiator or photosensitizer in UV-curable coatings and advanced imaging systems.
• Employed in catalyst systems and as a ligand or modifier in organometallic chemistry.
• Use in analytical chemistry as a standard or reagent for method development.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,6-Di-tert-Butyl-Anthraquinone
CAS No.	18800-99-2
Molecular Formula	C22H26O2
Molecular Weight	322.44 g/mol
Synonyms	2,6-Bis(1,1-dimethylethyl)anthracene-9,10-dione; 2,6-Di-tert-butyl-9,10-anthraquinone; 2,6-DTBAQ; 9,10-Anthracenedione, 2,6-bis(1,1-dimethylethyl)-; 2,6-Di-tert-butylanthraquinone; 2,6-Di-t-butylanthraquinone; Anthraquinone, 2,6-di-tert-butyl-
EINECS	242-615-8

Quality Control

Our 2,6-Di-tert-Butyl-Anthraquinone is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting specifications such as assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics is provided with each shipment to guarantee it meets your technical requirements.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown 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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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