Description

o-Isopropylphenetole (CAS NO 56631-59-5) is a specialized aromatic ether compound valued for its role as a versatile chemical intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both an isopropyl and an ethoxy substituent on the benzene ring, makes it a critical building block for creating more complex molecules. This product is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries who require high-purity intermediates for synthesizing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a building block for advanced electronic materials and display technologies.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Employed in the creation of complex aromatic compounds for specialty applications.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a functional monomer or additive to impart specific properties to polymeric materials.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable reagent for methodological development and constructing complex molecular architectures in R&D laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	o-Isopropylphenetole
CAS No.	56631-59-5
Molecular Formula	C11H16O
Molecular Weight	164.24 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Isopropyl-2-ethoxybenzene; 2-Ethoxyisopropylbenzene; o-Ethoxyisopropylbenzene; 2-Isopropylphenetole; 1-Ethoxy-2-isopropylbenzene; (2-Isopropylphenyl) ethyl ether; Phenetole, o-isopropyl-
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Quality Control

Our o-Isopropylphenetole is manufactured under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We employ advanced analytical techniques, including GC and HPLC, to monitor critical parameters. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Purity (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.495 - 1.505
Density (20°C)	0.950 - 0.970 g/mL

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