Description

tert-Butylethylbenzene is a high-purity aromatic hydrocarbon derivative valued for its unique steric and electronic properties. This compound serves as a critical intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, particularly where controlled substitution patterns are required. It is essential for manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking reliable, high-quality raw materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a key precursor for herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for catalytic systems and material science.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in Friedel-Crafts alkylation and other reactions to introduce the tert-butylethyl moiety.
• Research & Development: Serves as a standard or reagent in chemical research for method development and exploration of new reactions.
• Specialty Polymer Modifier: Can be incorporated into polymer chains to alter physical properties like thermal stability and solubility.

Basic Information

Product Name	tert-Butylethylbenzene
CAS No.	37871-12-8
Molecular Formula	C12H18
Molecular Weight	162.27 g/mol
Synonyms	1-tert-Butyl-4-ethylbenzene; 4-tert-Butylethylbenzene; p-tert-Butylethylbenzene; Ethyl(1,1-dimethylethyl)benzene; 1-Ethyl-4-(tert-butyl)benzene; (1,1-Dimethylethyl)-4-ethylbenzene; 4-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)ethylbenzene
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Quality Control

Our tert-Butylethylbenzene is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing including GC, HPLC, and NMR to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request, providing full traceability and compliance with your internal quality standards.

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 strong oxidizing agents and sources of ignition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.05%

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