Description

Bis(2,4,6-Trimethylphenyl)Borane is a sterically hindered organoborane compound, valued for its role as a versatile reagent in advanced organic synthesis. Its primary commercial significance lies in its utility as a catalyst and precursor in the production of specialty polymers and fine chemicals. This compound is essential for R&D and manufacturing within the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors, where precise boron-based intermediates are required.

Application

• Catalyst in Polymerization: Key component in the synthesis of polyolefins and other specialty polymers, often as part of single-site catalyst systems.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a boron source and catalyst in hydroboration, borylation, and other cross-coupling reactions for creating complex molecular architectures.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) requiring boron-containing motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed in the production of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for boron-doped materials and advanced organometallic frameworks (MOFs).
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Utilized in the production of high-value, complex organic molecules for electronics and specialty applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bis(2,4,6-Trimethylphenyl)Borane
CAS No.	51458-06-1
Molecular Formula	C18H23B
Molecular Weight	250.19 g/mol
Synonyms	Bis(mesityl)borane; Di(mesityl)borane; Bis(2,4,6-trimethylphenyl)borane; Dimesitylborane; (2,4,6-Trimethylphenyl)borane dimer; Mes2BH; B(Dur)2H (Dur = 2,3,5,6-tetramethylphenyl, common mis-assignment); Borane, bis(2,4,6-trimethylphenyl)-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Bis(2,4,6-Trimethylphenyl)Borane is manufactured under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including NMR, HPLC, and GC to verify identity and assay. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, moisture content, and other critical parameters is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance processes.

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 hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and easily oxidized; prolonged exposure to air or moisture must be avoided to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (NMR)	≥ 95.0%
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Moisture (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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