Description

1-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-2-Methoxy-4-Methylbenzene Nitrated is a specialized aromatic nitro compound, a key intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its unique substitution pattern, which provides steric hindrance and electronic properties useful for constructing complex molecular architectures. This chemical is primarily needed by research and development laboratories, pharmaceutical companies, and agrochemical manufacturers for the development of new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring sterically hindered aromatic systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where its nitrated aromatic core can be further functionalized.
• Dye & Pigment Precursor: Serves as a starting material for the development of specialized dyes and colorants, leveraging the reactivity of the nitro group.
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed as a monomer or modifier in the synthesis of high-performance polymers and resins with specific thermal or optical properties.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D focused on nitration chemistry, cross-coupling reactions, and heterocycle formation.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Materials: Potential intermediate for creating components used in liquid crystal displays (LCDs) and organic electronic devices due to its aromatic structure.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-2-Methoxy-4-Methylbenzene Nitrated
CAS No.	73507-41-2
Molecular Formula	C12H17NO3
Molecular Weight	223.27 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methoxy-4-methyl-1-(tert-butyl)benzene, nitrated; 1-tert-Butyl-2-methoxy-4-methylbenzene, nitrated; Nitrated Butylated Hydroxyanisole derivative; 4-Methyl-2-methoxy-1-(1,1-dimethylethyl)benzene, nitrated; BHA Nitration Product; 2-tert-Butyl-5-methylanisole, nitrated; Nitrated 2-tert-Butyl-5-methylanisole
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards and batch-to-batch consistency. Quality is verified through analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR to confirm identity, purity, and the absence of critical impurities. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all relevant specifications are available upon request. We adhere to a quality management system to support our commitment to supplying reliable, high-purity chemical intermediates.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong reducing agents and bases. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent contamination and moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%

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