Description

2,6-Diisopropylnaphthalene is a high-purity, specialty aromatic hydrocarbon widely recognized for its utility as a key intermediate and performance additive. This compound matters for its excellent thermal stability and hydrophobic properties, making it a valuable component in advanced material synthesis and industrial formulations. It is primarily needed by manufacturers in the polymer, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to enhance product performance and process efficiency.

Application

• Advanced Polymer Production: Acts as a chain transfer agent or comonomer in the synthesis of high-performance engineering plastics and resins.
• Agrochemical Intermediates: Serves as a crucial building block for the manufacture of specific herbicides and plant growth regulators.
• Specialty Surfactants & Additives: Used in the formulation of high-temperature lubricants, plasticizers, and surface-active agents.
• Organic Synthesis & Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Provides a versatile naphthalene backbone for complex molecule construction in fine chemical and active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) development.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Functions as a precursor in the production of certain naphthalene-based colorants and optical brighteners.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for catalysis studies and new material discovery.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,6-Diisopropylnaphthalene
CAS No.	24157-81-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₂₀
Molecular Weight	212.33 g/mol
Synonyms	2,6-Bis(1-methylethyl)naphthalene; 2,6-DIPN; Diisopropylnaphthalene (mixed isomers); DINP; Naphthalene, 2,6-diisopropyl-; NSC 66487; 2,6-Di(propan-2-yl)naphthalene
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Quality Control

Our 2,6-Diisopropylnaphthalene is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to confirm identity and meet stringent impurity profiles. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, physical properties, and test results are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 sources and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (GC/HPLC)	≤ 2.0% total
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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