Description

3,5-Di-tert-Butyl-4-Hydroxybenzaldehyde Hemihydrate is a high-purity phenolic aldehyde derivative, serving as a crucial synthetic intermediate and antioxidant precursor. Its sterically hindered phenolic structure provides excellent stability, making it a valuable building block for advanced materials and specialty chemicals. This compound is primarily sought by manufacturers in the polymer, agrochemical, and pharmaceutical industries for synthesizing high-performance additives and active ingredients.

Application

• Antioxidant Synthesis: A key intermediate for manufacturing high-performance phenolic antioxidants (e.g., hindered phenol antioxidants) used in plastics, rubber, and fuels.
• Polymer Additives: Used in the production of light stabilizers and UV absorbers to enhance the durability and lifespan of polymers.
• Agrochemical Intermediates: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of certain fungicides and plant growth regulators.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Employed in organic synthesis for creating complex molecules with potential biological activity.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Can be utilized in the synthesis of advanced organic materials for electronic displays.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new chemical entities and reaction pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,5-Di-tert-Butyl-4-Hydroxybenzaldehyde Hemihydrate
CAS No.	207226-32-2
Molecular Formula	C15H22O2 • ½H2O
Molecular Weight	235.33 g/mol (Anhydrous basis)
Synonyms	3,5-Di-tert-butyl-4-hydroxybenzaldehyde hemihydrate; 4-Hydroxy-3,5-di-tert-butylbenzaldehyde hemihydrate; Butylated hydroxybenzaldehyde hemihydrate; DTBBH; 2,6-Di-tert-butyl-4-formylphenol hemihydrate; 3,5-Bis(1,1-dimethylethyl)-4-hydroxybenzaldehyde hemihydrate
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Quality Control

Our 3,5-Di-tert-Butyl-4-Hydroxybenzaldehyde Hemihydrate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency meet the highest standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere. 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	188°C - 192°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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