Description

[4-(tert-Butyl)Phenyl](2,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)Methanone is a specialized organic compound belonging to the class of benzophenone derivatives. This chemical is valued for its unique molecular structure, which serves as a critical building block and functional intermediate in advanced synthesis. It is primarily sought after by R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the life sciences and performance materials sectors for developing novel compounds with specific properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a substituted benzophenone core structure.
• UV Absorber / Light Stabilizer Synthesis: Serves as a fundamental building block for manufacturing advanced organic UV filters and polymer light stabilizers used in coatings, plastics, and personal care products.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the research and development of new crop protection agents and pesticides, leveraging its bioactive scaffold.
• Material Science: Employed in the development of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials due to its rigid, aromatic structure.
• Organic Synthesis & Chemical Research: A versatile intermediate for academic and industrial research involving cross-coupling reactions, ketone chemistry, and the creation of complex molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	[4-(tert-Butyl)Phenyl](2,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)Methanone
CAS No.	21332-56-9
Molecular Formula	C17H18O3
Molecular Weight	270.32 g/mol
Synonyms	2',4'-Dihydroxy-4-tert-butylbenzophenone; 4-tert-Butyl-2',4'-dihydroxybenzophenone; UV Absorber BAD; 4-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-2,4-dihydroxybenzophenone; (4-tert-Butylphenyl)(2,4-dihydroxyphenyl)methanone; BHBT; Benzophenone-10 (related); Eusolex 4360 (related)
EINECS	244-345-6

Quality Control

Our production of [4-(tert-Butyl)Phenyl](2,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)Methanone adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch is analyzed using advanced techniques like HPLC, GC, and NMR to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to handle under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage and to minimize headspace in opened containers.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	142 - 147 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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