Description

4-Ethynyl-2,6-Dimethyl-Phenol is a versatile phenolic compound featuring both a hydroxyl group and an ethynyl moiety, making it a valuable building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure enables its use as a key intermediate in the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty polymers. This high-purity intermediate is essential for research and development chemists and production facilities in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and material science industries seeking to create novel compounds with specific functionalities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting neurological and metabolic disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its phenolic backbone.
• Material Science & Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of high-performance resins, adhesives, and specialty polymers with enhanced thermal or mechanical properties.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Employed in organometallic chemistry to create sophisticated ligands for catalytic systems used in asymmetric synthesis and coupling reactions.
• Chemical Research & Development: A fundamental reagent for academic and industrial R&D focused on exploring new synthetic pathways and molecular architectures.
• Fine Chemical Production: Integral to the multi-step synthesis of complex dyes, flavors, fragrances, and other high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Ethynyl-2,6-Dimethyl-Phenol
CAS No.	374067-81-9
Molecular Formula	C10H10O
Molecular Weight	146.19 g/mol
Synonyms	2,6-Dimethyl-4-ethynylphenol; 4-Ethynyl-2,6-xylenol; 4-Ethynyl-2,6-dimethylphenol; Phenol, 4-ethynyl-2,6-dimethyl-; 2,6-Dimethyl-4-(ethynyl)phenol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Ethynyl-2,6-Dimethyl-Phenol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are provided with every shipment, detailing all specification parameters. We adhere to cGMP guidelines where applicable to support our clients in regulated industries.

Storage

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

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.