Description

Phenol, 2,3-Dimethyl-6-(1-Methylethyl)- (9Ci) is a substituted phenol derivative, a versatile chemical intermediate prized for its unique steric and electronic properties imparted by the isopropyl and methyl substituents. This compound is critical for businesses requiring high-purity, specialized intermediates for advanced synthesis. It is primarily sought by R&D laboratories and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for applications such as antioxidant synthesis and complex molecule construction.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring hindered phenolic structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides where the substituted phenol core contributes to biological activity and stability.
• Antioxidant Precursor: An essential raw material for manufacturing high-performance phenolic antioxidants used in plastics, rubber, and fuels to prevent oxidative degradation.
• Specialty Polymer Modifier: Employed to introduce functional phenolic groups into polymer chains, enhancing properties like adhesion, thermal stability, and UV resistance.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a versatile reagent in organic synthesis for creating complex molecules in R&D and pilot-scale production.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Materials: Investigated as a component in the synthesis of advanced materials for electronic and display applications due to its molecular structure.

Basic Information

Product Name	Phenol, 2,3-Dimethyl-6-(1-Methylethyl)- (9Ci)
CAS No.	137321-72-3
Molecular Formula	C11H16O
Molecular Weight	164.24 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Isopropyl-3,5-dimethylphenol; 3,5-Dimethyl-2-isopropylphenol; 2-Isopropyl-3,5-xylenol; 3,5-Dimethyl-2-(1-methylethyl)phenol; 2-(1-Methylethyl)-3,5-dimethylphenol; 6-Isopropyl-3,5-xylenol; Phenol, 2-isopropyl-3,5-dimethyl-; Thymol isomer (technical)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Phenol, 2,3-Dimethyl-6-(1-Methylethyl)- (9Ci) is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the exacting standards required for research and industrial synthesis.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. Ensure the container is kept upright to prevent leakage.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
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.