Description

2-Amino-4-tert-Butylbiphenyl is a high-purity aromatic amine derivative, serving as a critical intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its unique molecular structure, which provides a sterically hindered aniline moiety essential for constructing complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is primarily needed by the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications such as ligand synthesis and the development of functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring sterically hindered amine functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the tert-butylbiphenyl scaffold imparts specific biological activity and stability.
• Ligand Precursor: Serves as a starting material for the preparation of sophisticated ligands used in catalysis, including for cross-coupling and hydrogenation reactions.
• Material Science: Employed in the research and development of organic electronic materials, such as charge-transport layers and light-emitting compounds.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Utilized in the synthesis of specialized dyes and pigments where its structure contributes to color fastness and specific spectral properties.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in organic chemistry and medicinal chemistry for exploring new synthetic pathways.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	2-Amino-4-tert-Butylbiphenyl
CAS No.	70729-04-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₁₉N
Molecular Weight	225.33 g/mol
Synonyms	4-tert-Butyl-2-aminobiphenyl; 2-Biphenylamine, 4-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-; 4-(tert-Butyl)-2-biphenylamine; 2-Amino-4-tert-butyl-1,1'-biphenyl; 4-tert-Butylbiphenyl-2-amine; 2-Amino-4-(1,1-dimethylethyl)biphenyl; 4-(tert-Butyl)[1,1'-biphenyl]-2-amine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Amino-4-tert-Butylbiphenyl is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting standards for high-value synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are available upon request to support 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). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.