Description

4-n-Hexylphenol is a synthetic alkylphenol derivative, specifically a para-substituted phenol with a linear hexyl chain. This structural configuration provides it with unique surfactant and intermediate properties, making it valuable for specialized industrial synthesis. It serves as a crucial chemical building block for manufacturers in the polymer, surfactant, and specialty chemical sectors seeking to modify material properties or create functional additives.

Application

• Polymer Additive & Stabilizer Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of antioxidants and light stabilizers for plastics and rubber to prevent degradation.
• Surfactant & Detergent Precursor: Acts as a key intermediate in the production of nonionic surfactants (alkylphenol ethoxylates) for industrial and institutional cleaning formulations.
• Chemical Synthesis Building Block: Employed in organic synthesis for introducing the hexylphenol moiety into more complex molecules, such as liquid crystals or pharmaceutical intermediates.
• Resin & Coating Modifier: Utilized to modify phenolic resins or epoxy curing agents, influencing flexibility, adhesion, and chemical resistance in coatings and composites.
• Lubricant & Fuel Additive Component: Functions as a precursor for additives that improve the performance characteristics of lubricants and industrial fuels.
• Research & Development: Serves as a standard or reagent in analytical chemistry and material science research.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-n-Hexylphenol
CAS No.	2446-69-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₈O
Molecular Weight	178.27 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Hexylphenol; p-Hexylphenol; 1-Hexyl-4-hydroxybenzene; Phenol, 4-hexyl-; 4-n-Hexyl phenol; p-n-Hexylphenol; Hexylphenol; Para-hexylphenol
EINECS	219-489-9

Quality Control

Our 4-n-Hexylphenol is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) with key parameters including assay, identity confirmation, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the specifications required for reliable performance in your synthesis and formulation processes.

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. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in opaque packaging or in a dark storage facility.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	70 - 74 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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