Description

Carbonic Acid, 2-(1-Cyano-1-Methylethyl)-4-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)Phenyl Methyl Ester is a specialized organic ester compound featuring a cyano group and a bulky tert-butyl substituent on the aromatic ring. This unique molecular structure makes it a valuable high-performance intermediate for synthesizing advanced materials and fine chemicals where steric hindrance and specific functional group compatibility are critical. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and polymer industries for developing novel active ingredients and functional additives.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring sterically hindered phenolic or cyano-ester motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block for creating novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators with enhanced stability and efficacy.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or functional additive in the production of specialty polymers, resins, and advanced materials to impart specific chemical resistance or physical properties.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Employed in the research and development of electronic display materials and organic light-emitting diodes due to its molecular structure.
• Fine Chemical & Dye Intermediate: Utilized in the synthesis of complex dyes, pigments, and other high-value fine chemicals.
• Cross-coupling Reactions: Functions as a substrate in palladium-catalyzed and other metal-mediated cross-coupling reactions for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	Carbonic Acid, 2-(1-Cyano-1-Methylethyl)-4-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)Phenyl Methyl Ester
CAS No.	1246213-37-5
Molecular Formula	C17H21NO3
Molecular Weight	287.35 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(2-Cyano-2-propyl)-4-tert-butylphenyl methyl carbonate; 4-tert-Butyl-2-(1-cyano-1-methylethyl)phenyl methyl carbonate; Methyl 2-(1-cyano-1-methylethyl)-4-(tert-butyl)phenyl carbonate; Methyl 4-tert-butyl-2-(2-cyano-2-propyl)phenyl carbonate; 2-(α-Cyanoisopropyl)-4-tert-butylphenyl methyl carbonate; BCPC Methyl Ester; TBCPC Methyl Ester; CAS 1246213-37-5
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Carbonic Acid, 2-(1-Cyano-1-Methylethyl)-4-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)Phenyl Methyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all relevant specifications. Our production adheres to cGMP guidelines where applicable, ensuring reliability for critical R&D and scale-up processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The compound may be moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon for long-term storage to prevent degradation. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Purity (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Single Unknown Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 0.5%
Total Impurities (HPLC)	≤ 2.0%

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