Description

1-(1-Methylethenyl)-2,3,4,5-Tetramethylbenzene is a specialized aromatic hydrocarbon derivative, valued for its unique sterically hindered structure and reactivity as a versatile chemical intermediate. This compound is essential for facilitating advanced synthesis in fine chemical and pharmaceutical research, where precise molecular architecture is required. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process developers in the agrochemical, fragrance, and advanced material sectors for constructing complex organic frameworks.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Acts as a precursor for the creation of unique musk-like or woody aroma chemicals due to its tetramethylbenzene backbone.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, or organic semiconductors where controlled substitution patterns are critical.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Functions as a starting material or intermediate in Diels-Alder reactions and other cycloadditions or functionalization processes in academic and industrial labs.
• Chemical Research Standard: Used as a reference standard or analytical reagent in chromatography and spectroscopy for method development and quality control.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(1-Methylethenyl)-2,3,4,5-Tetramethylbenzene
CAS No.	61142-76-5
Molecular Formula	C13H18
Molecular Weight	174.28 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3,4,5-Tetramethyl-α-methylstyrene; 1-Isopropenyl-2,3,4,5-tetramethylbenzene; 2,3,4,5-Tetramethyl-1-(1-methylethenyl)benzene; α-Methyl-2,3,4,5-tetramethylstyrene; Prehnitenyl ethylene; Vinylprehnitene
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Quality Control

Our production of 1-(1-Methylethenyl)-2,3,4,5-Tetramethylbenzene adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and industrial use. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including GC, HPLC, and NMR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content	≤ 0.5%

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