Description

2,4-Di-tert-Butylphenol-D18 is a deuterium-labeled isotopologue of the common phenolic antioxidant and chemical intermediate, 2,4-Di-tert-butylphenol. This compound matters for researchers and industries requiring high-purity internal standards for precise analytical quantification, particularly in mass spectrometry and environmental testing. It is primarily needed by analytical laboratories, pharmaceutical R&D teams, and chemical manufacturers focused on quality control and metabolic studies where tracking the fate of phenolic compounds is critical.

Application

• Internal Standard for Analytical Chemistry: Used as a deuterated internal standard in GC-MS and LC-MS for the accurate quantification of 2,4-Di-tert-butylphenol and related compounds in complex matrices.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Employed in drug metabolism and pharmacokinetics (DMPK) studies to trace the absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion of phenolic drug candidates or impurities.
• Polymer & Material Science: Serves as a labeled tracer in studies investigating the efficiency, migration, and degradation of phenolic antioxidants in plastics, lubricants, and fuels.
• Environmental Analysis: Critical for monitoring and quantifying phenolic antioxidants and their transformation products in environmental samples like water, soil, and biota.
• Chemical Synthesis Research: Used as a labeled building block or probe in mechanistic studies of organic reactions involving phenolic intermediates.
• Quality Assurance & Control: Provides a reliable reference standard for calibrating equipment and validating analytical methods in industrial QC laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4-Di-tert-Butylphenol-D18
CAS No.	1246816-88-5
Molecular Formula	C14D18O
Molecular Weight	226.39 g/mol (approx.)
Synonyms	2,4-Bis(1,1-dimethylethyl)phenol-D18; 2,4-DTBP-D18; Phenol, 2,4-bis(1,1-dimethylethyl)-, deuterated; 2,4-Di-tert-butylphenol (phenyl-D5, tert-butyl-D9); 2,4-Di-tert-butyl-d18-phenol; Deuterated 2,4-DTBP; 2,4-DTBP (deuterated); 2,4-Bis(tert-butyl)phenol-D18
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Quality Control

Our deuterated compounds are produced under strict quality protocols to ensure high isotopic purity and chemical integrity, essential for reliable analytical results. Each batch is characterized using advanced techniques including NMR and Mass Spectrometry to confirm deuteration level and chemical purity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing isotopic enrichment (e.g., D18, 98%+), chemical purity, and analytical data are provided and available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat and open flame. For long-term storage under inert atmosphere, please contact our technical team for specific recommendations.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Isotopic Purity (MS)	≥ 98 atom % D (D18)
Chemical Purity (GC)	≥ 99.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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