Description

1,2,3-Benzenetriol,5-Ethyl-4,6-Dimethyl- is a substituted benzenetriol derivative, a versatile chemical intermediate of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in its functionalized phenolic structure, which serves as a key building block for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is essential for R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries seeking to develop new active ingredients or functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those requiring complex polyphenolic or antioxidant scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators where its substituted ring system contributes to biological activity.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty phenolic resins, epoxy hardeners, and high-performance polymers.
• Antioxidant & Stabilizer Precursor: A key starting material for manufacturing synthetic antioxidants used in fuels, lubricants, plastics, and rubber to prevent oxidative degradation.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Employed in the synthesis of complex organic colorants and imaging agents due to its reactive phenolic groups.
• Research & Development: A valuable tool in academic and industrial laboratories for exploring new chemical reactions and developing novel synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,2,3-Benzenetriol,5-Ethyl-4,6-Dimethyl-
CAS No.	2151-18-0
Molecular Formula	C10H14O3
Molecular Weight	182.22 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Ethyl-4,6-dimethylbenzene-1,2,3-triol; 4,6-Dimethyl-5-ethylpyrogallol; 5-Ethyl-4,6-dimethyl-1,2,3-benzenetriol; Pyrogallol, 5-ethyl-4,6-dimethyl-; 1,2,3-Trihydroxy-5-ethyl-4,6-dimethylbenzene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 1,2,3-Benzenetriol,5-Ethyl-4,6-Dimethyl- adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and structural confirmation. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for identity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment. We support compliance with relevant global chemical regulations, including REACH.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its nature as an easily oxidized compound, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) for long-term preservation of quality. 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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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