Description

1,3-Di-tert-Butylnaphthalene is a high-purity, sterically hindered naphthalene derivative, valued for its role as a key intermediate and functional additive in advanced chemical synthesis. Its molecular structure provides excellent thermal and oxidative stability, making it a critical component for performance-driven applications. This compound is essential for R&D and production in the specialty chemical, polymer, and pharmaceutical sectors.

Application

• Polymer Stabilizer Intermediate: Acts as a precursor in the synthesis of high-performance antioxidants and light stabilizers for plastics and elastomers.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a core building block or dopant in the development of advanced organic electronic materials.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Utilized in the synthesis of complex organic molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) requiring sterically hindered motifs.
• Catalyst Ligand Synthesis: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for transition metal catalysis.
• High-Temperature Lubricant Additive: Functions as a stabilizer or performance enhancer in synthetic lubricants and greases.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Used as a versatile reagent in Friedel-Crafts alkylation and other aromatic substitution reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,3-Di-tert-Butylnaphthalene
CAS No.	22495-85-8
Molecular Formula	C18H24
Molecular Weight	240.38 g/mol
Synonyms	1,3-Di-tert-butylnaphthalene; 1,3-Bis(1,1-dimethylethyl)naphthalene; 1,3-Bis(tert-butyl)naphthalene; Naphthalene, 1,3-di-tert-butyl-; DTBN; 2,4-Di-tert-butylnaphthalene (common alternate numbering); 1,3-DTBN
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Quality Control

Our 1,3-Di-tert-Butylnaphthalene is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing including GC, HPLC, and NMR to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are provided with each shipment, and we support compliance with relevant regulatory frameworks such as REACH.

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). 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	95 - 100 °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.