Description

1,4-Dimethyl-2,5-Diphenylbenzene is a high-purity aromatic hydrocarbon compound valued for its role as a versatile organic intermediate. Its molecular structure makes it a critical building block in advanced material synthesis and fine chemical manufacturing. This product is essential for research and development laboratories and industrial producers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer sectors seeking reliable, high-quality raw materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of complex active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or building block for novel organic electronic materials, liquid crystals, and advanced polymers.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Employed in the production of dyes, pigments, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Utilized as a ligand or substrate in catalytic reactions and complex multi-step synthetic pathways.
• Laboratory Reagent: Functions as a standard or starting material in analytical chemistry and academic research.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,4-Dimethyl-2,5-Diphenylbenzene
CAS No.	20260-22-4
Molecular Formula	C20H18
Molecular Weight	258.36 g/mol
Synonyms	p-Terphenyl, 2',5'-Dimethyl-; 2,5-Dimethyl-p-terphenyl; 1,4-Dimethyl-2,5-diphenylbenzene; 2',5'-Dimethyl-p-terphenyl; Dimethylterphenyl; DMDPhB; [1,1':4',1''-Terphenyl]-2',5'-dimethyl
EINECS	243-688-7

Quality Control

Our 1,4-Dimethyl-2,5-Diphenylbenzene is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting results for assay, impurities, and physical properties is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C. The product is stable under these conditions for extended periods.

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	≤ 10 ppm

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