Description

2-tert-Butyl-6-Ethylphenol is a specialized alkylated phenol derivative, recognized for its utility as a versatile chemical intermediate and antioxidant precursor. Its molecular structure, featuring both tert-butyl and ethyl substituents, provides steric hindrance and electron-donating properties, making it valuable for modifying material characteristics and inhibiting oxidative degradation. This compound is essential for manufacturers in the polymer, lubricant, and specialty chemical industries seeking to enhance product stability and performance.

Application

• Antioxidant Synthesis: A key intermediate in the production of high-performance phenolic antioxidants for plastics, rubber, and synthetic lubricants.
• Polymer Stabilization: Used to develop stabilizer packages that protect polymers like polyolefins and elastomers from thermal and oxidative degradation during processing and service life.
• Lubricant & Fuel Additives: Serves as a building block for additives that prevent sludge formation and viscosity increase in industrial oils and fuels.
• Chemical Intermediate: Employed in organic synthesis for the introduction of hindered phenolic groups into more complex molecules for agrochemicals and pharmaceuticals.
• UV Stabilizer Precursor: Utilized in the manufacture of light stabilizers that protect coatings and plastics from photodegradation.
• Resin Modification: Acts as a modifier to improve the oxidative stability and aging properties of phenolic and epoxy resins.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-tert-Butyl-6-Ethylphenol
CAS No.	63551-41-7
Molecular Formula	C12H18O
Molecular Weight	178.27 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-6-ethylphenol; 6-Ethyl-2-tert-butylphenol; 2-tert-Butyl-6-ethylphenol; Phenol, 2-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-6-ethyl-; 2-(tert-Butyl)-6-ethylphenol; o-tert-Butyl-o-ethylphenol; ETBP; 2-tert-Butyl-6-ethyl hydroxybenzene
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Quality Control

Our 2-tert-Butyl-6-Ethylphenol is manufactured under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. The product undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to verify identity, purity, and the absence of critical impurities. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all relevant specifications are available for every shipment upon request, supporting your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content	≤ 0.2%
Related Substances (GC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%

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