Description

2-Methyl-3-(4-Methylphenyl)Prop-1-Ene is a specialized aromatic olefin intermediate of significant interest in fine chemical synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring a conjugated system with a methyl-substituted phenyl group, makes it a valuable building block for creating more complex molecules. This compound is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material sectors for applications requiring tailored aromatic frameworks.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring specific substituted styrene or dihydrobenzofuran motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators where its aromatic core can be functionalized.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Acts as a starting material or intermediate in the synthesis of organic semiconductors and liquid crystal compounds due to its planar, conjugated structure.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Employed in the controlled synthesis of specific aromatic compounds used in high-value fragrance and flavor formulations.
• Polymer Modification: Can be used as a co-monomer or cross-linking agent in specialty polymers to introduce specific aromatic properties and improve thermal stability.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A versatile reagent for Diels-Alder reactions, polymerization initiations, and other carbon-carbon bond-forming reactions in academic and industrial laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methyl-3-(4-Methylphenyl)Prop-1-Ene
CAS No.	40296-92-2
Molecular Formula	C11H14
Molecular Weight	146.23 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methyl-α-methylstyrene; 1-Methyl-4-(1-methylethenyl)benzene; p-Methyl-α-methylstyrene; 2-(p-Tolyl)propene; 4-Vinyltoluene, α-methyl-; Isopropenyl-4-methylbenzene; (4-Methylphenyl)-1-methylethene
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Quality Control

We maintain a rigorous quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Our standard grade for 2-Methyl-3-(4-Methylphenyl)Prop-1-Ene typically meets a purity specification of ≥97% (by GC), suitable for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity (IR), purity (GC), and impurity profiles are provided with each shipment. We can support development projects requiring custom purity grades or specific impurity limits.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized; minimize headspace in opened containers and reseal immediately after use. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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