Description

Phenol, Tetramethyl- (CAS NO 66586-93-4) is a high-purity, substituted phenolic compound valued for its steric hindrance and unique reactivity profile. This specialty chemical serves as a critical building block and performance additive in advanced material synthesis. It is essential for manufacturers in the polymer, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries seeking to develop products with enhanced stability and tailored properties.

Application

• Polymer Industry: Acts as a monomer or chain terminator in the production of high-performance engineering plastics and heat-resistant resins.
• Antioxidant Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor for manufacturing hindered phenolic antioxidants used in plastics, rubber, and fuels.
• Agrochemical Intermediates: Utilized in the synthesis of advanced pesticides and herbicides due to its derivatization potential.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Employed in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Functions as a versatile building block for creating complex organic molecules in R&D and specialty chemical production.
• Material Science: Used in the development of specialty coatings, adhesives, and electronic materials requiring specific phenolic functionalities.

Basic Information

Product Name	Phenol, Tetramethyl-
CAS No.	66586-93-4
Molecular Formula	C10H14O
Molecular Weight	150.22 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3,5,6-Tetramethylphenol; 2,3,5,6-Tetramethyl-1-hydroxybenzene; Durenol; Tetramethylhydroxybenzene; 1-Hydroxy-2,3,5,6-tetramethylbenzene; Phenol, 2,3,5,6-tetramethyl-; TMP
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Quality Control

Our Phenol, Tetramethyl- is produced under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, identity confirmation, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets exacting standards for industrial and research applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity and specifications are available upon request 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). This product is easily oxidized and should be kept under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage to maintain purity and prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Melting Point	110 - 115 °C
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.