Description

2-Bromo-4-(2,4,4-Trimethylpent-2-Yl)Phenol is a specialized brominated phenolic compound with a branched alkyl substituent. This structure makes it a valuable intermediate for synthesizing advanced materials and functional additives where steric hindrance and specific reactivity are required. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process engineers in the agrochemical, polymer, and specialty chemical industries for applications such as flame retardants, polymer stabilizers, and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its phenolic and bromine functionality.
• Polymer Additive: Used as a precursor for flame retardants and antioxidant stabilizers in plastics and engineering polymers.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Serves as an advanced intermediate in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Specialty Chemicals: Employed in the manufacture of dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals requiring a sterically hindered phenol structure.
• Research & Development: A versatile reagent for organic synthesis and material science research in academic and industrial laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-4-(2,4,4-Trimethylpent-2-Yl)Phenol
CAS No.	57835-35-5
Molecular Formula	C14H21BrO
Molecular Weight	285.22 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-4-(1,1,3,3-tetramethylbutyl)phenol; 4-(1,1,3,3-Tetramethylbutyl)-2-bromophenol; Phenol, 2-bromo-4-(1,1,3,3-tetramethylbutyl)-; 2-Bromo-4-tert-octylphenol; 2-Bromo-4-(2,4,4-trimethylpentan-2-yl)phenol; Brominated tert-octylphenol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-4-(2,4,4-Trimethylpent-2-Yl)Phenol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive nature and propensity for oxidation, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere for long-term preservation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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