Description

[4-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-2-Methylphenoxy]Acetaldehyde is a specialized phenolic aldehyde derivative, serving as a crucial synthetic intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both a hindered phenol and an aldehyde functional group, makes it a valuable precursor for constructing complex molecules with specific steric and electronic properties. This compound is primarily utilized by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients, antioxidants, and performance chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those requiring hindered phenolic motifs for antioxidant or stabilizing activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators where its specific substitution pattern is beneficial.
• Antioxidant Precursor: Serves as a starting material for the manufacture of high-performance, sterically-hindered phenolic antioxidants used in polymers, fuels, and lubricants.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the custom synthesis of specialty chemicals, including UV stabilizers, fragrance components, and polymer modifiers.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new organic reactions and creating chemical libraries.
• Material Science: Potential use in the development of advanced monomers for resins and coatings with enhanced stability.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	[4-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-2-Methylphenoxy]Acetaldehyde
CAS No.	67845-53-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₈O₂
Molecular Weight	206.28 g/mol
Synonyms	2-tert-Butyl-4-methylphenoxyacetaldehyde; 4-tert-Butyl-2-methylphenoxyacetaldehyde; (4-tert-Butyl-2-methylphenoxy)acetaldehyde; 2-Methyl-4-tert-butylphenoxyacetaldehyde; Phenoxyacetaldehyde, 4-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-2-methyl-; 4-(tert-Butyl)-2-methylphenoxyacetaldehyde; (4-tert-Butyl-2-methylphenoxy)ethanal
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Quality Control

Our production of [4-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-2-Methylphenoxy]Acetaldehyde adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and industrial use. Quality is verified through a comprehensive suite of analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR spectroscopy. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to preserve stability and prevent degradation.

Specification

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

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