Description

3-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)[1,1'-Biphenyl]-4-Ol is a substituted biphenyl derivative, specifically a tert-butylphenol, that serves as a versatile intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure makes it valuable for creating complex molecules where steric hindrance and specific phenolic reactivity are required. This compound is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for applications such as ligand synthesis and functional material development.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring hindered phenolic groups.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or chain terminator in the production of high-performance engineering plastics and resins.
• Ligand Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in catalysis and metal complexation.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials and liquid crystals.
• Antioxidant Synthesis: A precursor for manufacturing high-performance, sterically hindered phenolic antioxidants.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)[1,1'-Biphenyl]-4-Ol
CAS No.	42479-87-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₁₈O
Molecular Weight	226.31 g/mol
Synonyms	4'-tert-Butyl-4-hydroxybiphenyl; 4-(4-tert-Butylphenyl)phenol; 4-Hydroxy-4'-tert-butylbiphenyl; 4-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)[1,1'-biphenyl]-4-ol; 4'-tert-Butylbiphenyl-4-ol; p-tert-Butylphenylphenol; 4-(p-tert-Butylphenyl)phenol; 4-(4-(tert-Butyl)phenyl)phenol
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Quality Control

Our 3-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)[1,1'-Biphenyl]-4-Ol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with full traceability are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	155 - 160 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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