Description

2,4,6-Triisopropylphenylacetic Acid is a specialized organic acid derivative characterized by its sterically hindered aromatic structure. This compound serves as a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, particularly where bulky substituents are required to influence reaction pathways or material properties. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical manufacturers for the development of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of sterically hindered active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators requiring specific steric profiles.
• Ligand and Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing bulky phosphine ligands and organometallic catalysts used in cross-coupling reactions.
• Polymer Additive & Monomer: Imparts steric hindrance and stability when incorporated into polymer chains or used as a modifier for specialty plastics and resins.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex molecular architectures in fine chemical production.
• Material Science Research: Used in the development of organic electronic materials, liquid crystals, and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4,6-Triisopropylphenylacetic Acid
CAS No.	4276-85-1
Molecular Formula	C17H26O2
Molecular Weight	262.39 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(2,4,6-Triisopropylphenyl)acetic Acid; (2,4,6-Triisopropylphenyl)acetic Acid; Acetic acid, (2,4,6-triisopropylphenyl)-; TIPPA; 2,4,6-Triisopropylbenzeneacetic Acid; Mesitylacetic Acid, Triisopropyl Derivative; α-(2,4,6-Triisopropylphenyl)acetic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,4,6-Triisopropylphenylacetic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and titration methods, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency suitable for sensitive synthesis applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are available upon request.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. 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	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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