Description

2-tert-Butyl-4-Methylanisole is a synthetic aromatic ether compound with a distinct, musk-like odor profile. This specialty chemical is valued for its stability and efficacy as a fragrance ingredient and versatile synthetic intermediate. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the fragrance and flavor industry, as well as by fine chemical producers for advanced organic synthesis.

Application

• Fragrance Industry: A key component in the formulation of perfumes, colognes, and personal care products, providing woody, amber, and musk-like olfactory notes.
• Flavor Enhancer: Used in trace amounts to impart or modify flavors in food and beverage products, contributing to complex aroma profiles.
• Chemical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block in the synthesis of more complex organic molecules for pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals.
• Functional Fluids & Additives: Employed in specialty formulations such as high-performance lubricants or plasticizers due to its chemical stability.
• Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D laboratories for studying reaction mechanisms and developing new synthetic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-tert-Butyl-4-Methylanisole
CAS No.	43109-72-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₈O
Molecular Weight	178.27 g/mol
Synonyms	1-tert-Butyl-2-methoxy-5-methylbenzene; 2-tert-Butyl-4-methyl-1-methoxybenzene; 2-tert-Butyl-p-cresyl methyl ether; Musk Tibetene; tert-Butyl-4-methylanisole; 4-Methyl-2-tert-butylanisole; p-Cresol, 2-tert-butyl-, methyl ether
EINECS	256-103-8

Quality Control

Our 2-tert-Butyl-4-Methylanisole is produced under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Quality is verified through comprehensive analytical testing including GC, HPLC, and NMR. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C (59°F and 77°F). Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent contamination and quality degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.505 - 1.515
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.940 - 0.960

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