Description

4-(4-tert-Butylphenyl)-2-Methylindene is a specialized organic intermediate of significant interest in advanced material synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key building block in the development of high-performance polymers and functional organic molecules. Industries such as OLED material research, specialty polymer manufacturing, and fine chemical synthesis require this precise chemical structure for creating next-generation products with tailored electronic or mechanical properties.

Application

• OLED Material Precursor: Serves as a crucial intermediate in the synthesis of host and dopant materials for organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) used in displays and lighting.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a monomer or comonomer for creating specialty polymers with enhanced thermal stability, optical clarity, or specific refractive indices.
• Liquid Crystal Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced liquid crystal compounds for electronic displays and optical devices.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Functions as a building block in the multi-step synthesis of complex active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Organic Semiconductor Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for developing novel charge-transport materials and organic electronic components.
• Photoresist & Photopolymer Formulation: Incorporated into advanced photoresist systems for microelectronics and high-resolution printing applications.
• Catalyst Ligand Synthesis: Utilized to construct sophisticated ligand frameworks for homogeneous catalysis in fine chemical production.
• Cross-coupling Reactions: Serves as a substrate or intermediate in palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions, such as Suzuki or Heck reactions, for C-C bond formation.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	4-(4-tert-Butylphenyl)-2-Methylindene
CAS No.	213381-88-5
Molecular Formula	C20H22
Molecular Weight	262.39 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-4-(4-tert-butylphenyl)indene; 4-(4-tert-Butylphenyl)-2-methyl-1H-indene; 4-(p-tert-Butylphenyl)-2-methylindene; 2-Methyl-4-(p-tert-butylphenyl)indene; 1H-Indene, 4-[4-(1,1-dimethylethyl)phenyl]-2-methyl-; 4-(4-tert-butylphenyl)-2-methylindene; tert-Butylphenyl methylindene derivative; Indene derivative CAS 213381-88-5
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-(4-tert-Butylphenyl)-2-Methylindene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, documenting all critical parameters. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, ensuring reliability for research and industrial-scale applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be opaque or stored in darkness.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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