Description

2-Bromo-4-tert-Butyl-6-Methyl-Phenol is a halogenated phenolic compound that serves as a versatile intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both bromine and bulky alkyl substituents, makes it a valuable building block for creating specialized antioxidants, polymer stabilizers, and fine chemicals. This product is essential for R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the agrochemical, polymer additive, and pharmaceutical sectors seeking to develop high-performance materials with enhanced stability.

Application

• Key intermediate in the synthesis of high-performance phenolic antioxidants for plastics and rubber stabilization.
• Building block for agrochemical active ingredients, including pesticides and herbicides.
• Precursor in pharmaceutical research for developing novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Used in the production of specialized UV stabilizers and light absorbers for polymer coatings.
• Intermediate for liquid crystal materials and other advanced electronic chemicals.
• Starting material for synthesizing ligands and catalysts used in organometallic chemistry.
• Research chemical in academic and industrial laboratories for studying bromination and substitution reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-4-tert-Butyl-6-Methyl-Phenol
CAS No.	20834-60-0
Molecular Formula	C11H15BrO
Molecular Weight	243.14 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-4-(tert-butyl)-6-methylphenol; 6-Bromo-2-tert-butyl-4-methylphenol; Phenol, 2-bromo-4-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-6-methyl-; 4-tert-Butyl-6-methyl-2-bromophenol; 2-Bromo-4-tert-butyl-6-methylphenol; BTBMP; Brominated butylated methylphenol
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Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-4-tert-Butyl-6-Methyl-Phenol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency for your critical 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 amber glass.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	48 - 52 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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