Description

1-(4-tert-Butyl-2,6-Xylyl)-3-Phenyl-2-Butanone is a specialized organic ketone compound with a unique sterically hindered aromatic structure. This compound serves as a valuable high-performance intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis, prized for its ability to impart specific properties to final products. It is primarily needed by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring sterically hindered aromatic ketone motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators where its specific structure enhances efficacy and stability.
• Specialty Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent to create polymers with tailored thermal, mechanical, or optical properties.
• Fine Chemical & Dye Intermediate: Employed in the synthesis of complex organic molecules, including advanced dyes, pigments, and photoinitiators.
• Ligand & Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and organometallic chemistry.
• Research & Development (R&D): A critical reagent for academic and industrial R&D labs exploring new synthetic pathways and material science applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(4-tert-Butyl-2,6-Xylyl)-3-Phenyl-2-Butanone
CAS No.	29549-18-6
Molecular Formula	C22H28O
Molecular Weight	308.46 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(4-tert-Butyl-2,6-dimethylphenyl)-3-phenyl-2-butanone; 3-Phenyl-1-[2,6-dimethyl-4-(1,1-dimethylethyl)phenyl]-2-butanone; 2-Butanone, 1-(4-tert-butyl-2,6-xylyl)-3-phenyl-; 1-(4-tert-Butyl-2,6-dimethylphenyl)-3-phenylbutan-2-one; tert-Butyl dimethylphenyl phenylbutanone; Ketone, (4-tert-butyl-2,6-xylyl) phenyl methyl; CAS 29549-18-6
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-(4-tert-Butyl-2,6-Xylyl)-3-Phenyl-2-Butanone is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing including HPLC, GC, and NMR to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all specified parameters to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

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.