Description

Di-o-Tolyl Carbonate is a specialized organic carbonate ester, a high-purity chemical intermediate of significant commercial interest. Its primary value lies in its role as a versatile building block for synthesizing advanced polymers, pharmaceuticals, and fine chemicals, offering a pathway to materials with tailored properties. This compound is essential for R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the polymer, agrochemical, and pharmaceutical sectors seeking reliable, high-quality intermediates for their synthesis processes.

Application

• Polymer Synthesis: A key monomer or chain extender in the production of high-performance polycarbonates and other engineering plastics.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a crucial reagent in the multi-step synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Manufacturing: Used in the synthesis of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis: Acts as a carbonate source or protecting group reagent in complex organic transformations within R&D and fine chemical production.
• Material Science Research: Employed in developing novel polymeric materials with specific thermal, mechanical, or optical characteristics.
• Crosslinking Agent: Potential use in formulating specialty resins, coatings, and adhesives requiring specific crosslink density.

Basic Information

Product Name	Di-o-Tolyl Carbonate
CAS No.	617-09-4
Molecular Formula	C15H14O3
Molecular Weight	242.27 g/mol
Synonyms	Di(2-methylphenyl) carbonate; Bis(2-methylphenyl) carbonate; o-Tolyl carbonate; Dicresyl carbonate (o,o'-isomer); 2-Methylphenyl carbonate; Carbonic acid di-o-tolyl ester; Bis(o-tolyl) carbonate
EINECS	210-503-2

Quality Control

Our Di-o-Tolyl Carbonate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including assay by HPLC and identification by FT-IR, to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for demanding synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for our global B2B clients.

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 bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	48 - 52 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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