Description

4,4'(5')-Di-T-Butyldibenzo-24-Crown-8 is a specialized macrocyclic polyether compound belonging to the crown ether family. This compound is valued for its exceptional ability to selectively bind alkali and alkaline earth metal cations, making it a critical component in advanced chemical synthesis and separation processes. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the fields of supramolecular chemistry, catalysis, and materials science for applications such as phase-transfer catalysis and the development of molecular sensors.

Application

• Phase-Transfer Catalyst (PTC): Facilitates reactions between reagents in immiscible phases, enhancing reaction rates and yields in organic synthesis.
• Ionophore for Sensor Development: Serves as a selective binding site in ion-selective electrodes and optical chemical sensors for cation detection.
• Supramolecular Assembly: Acts as a key building block for constructing rotaxanes, catenanes, and other complex molecular architectures.
• Metal Ion Separation & Extraction: Used in liquid-liquid extraction processes to selectively separate specific metal ions from mixtures.
• Polymer Modification: Incorporated into polymer matrices to create ion-conductive materials or smart polymers with responsive properties.
• Analytical Chemistry: Employed as a chiral selector or complexing agent in chromatographic separations and capillary electrophoresis.
• Fundamental Research: Essential for academic and industrial research studying host-guest chemistry, molecular recognition, and cation transport mechanisms.

Basic Information

Product Name	4,4'(5')-Di-T-Butyldibenzo-24-Crown-8
CAS No.	71035-28-4
Molecular Formula	C36H56O8
Molecular Weight	616.83 g/mol
Synonyms	4,4'(5')-Di-tert-Butyldibenzo-24-crown-8; Di-t-Butyldibenzo-24-crown-8; DB24C8-tBu; 4,4',5,5'-Tetrakis(1,1-dimethylethyl)dibenzo-24-crown-8; 24-Crown-8 derivative; Dibenzo-24-crown-8, 4,4',5,5'-tetra-tert-butyl-; Macrocyclic polyether ligand
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4,4'(5')-Di-T-Butyldibenzo-24-Crown-8 is produced under strict quality protocols to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency, suitable for demanding research and industrial applications. Each lot is characterized by advanced analytical techniques, including NMR, HPLC, and elemental analysis. Comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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