Description

4-(1-Adamantyl)Phenol is a high-purity, functionalized phenolic compound featuring the rigid, lipophilic adamantane cage. This unique structure makes it a valuable advanced intermediate for synthesizing specialty polymers, pharmaceuticals, and high-performance materials. It is primarily sought by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced polymer industries for developing novel compounds with enhanced thermal stability and specific biological activity.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for synthesizing novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and antiviral applications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new-generation pesticides and herbicides, leveraging the adamantyl group's influence on bioavailability and stability.
• Polymer Modifier: Serves as a monomer or additive to engineer specialty polymers (e.g., polycarbonates, epoxy resins) with improved thermal resistance, mechanical strength, and chemical stability.
• Material Science Research: Employed in developing advanced organic frameworks, liquid crystals, and coatings where precise molecular architecture is critical.
• Cross-coupling Reactions: A versatile substrate in Suzuki, Heck, and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions to create complex organic molecules.
• Antioxidant Precursor: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing novel hindered phenol antioxidants used in plastics and lubricants.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(1-Adamantyl)Phenol
CAS No.	29799-07-3
Molecular Formula	C16H20O
Molecular Weight	228.33 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(1-Adamantyl)phenol; 4-Adamantylphenol; p-Adamantylphenol; Phenol, 4-(1-adamantyl)-; 1-(4-Hydroxyphenyl)adamantane; NSC 163082; 4-(Tricyclo[3.3.1.13,7]dec-1-yl)phenol
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Quality Control

Our 4-(1-Adamantyl)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, to ensure it meets exacting research and production-grade specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurities, and physical characteristics is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C) under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent oxidation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	168 - 172 °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.