Description

2,4,6-Tripropylphenol CAS NO 74663-50-6 is a substituted phenol derivative characterized by three propyl groups at the 2, 4, and 6 positions of the aromatic ring. This specific substitution pattern makes it a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for creating sterically hindered compounds. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process engineers in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and specialty polymer industries. Its structure offers unique reactivity and physical properties for developing novel materials and active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially where steric bulk is required.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or chain modifier in the synthesis of specialty polymers, including high-performance resins and engineering plastics.
• Ligand Synthesis: Used to prepare bulky phosphine or phenolic ligands for catalysis in asymmetric synthesis and cross-coupling reactions.
• Antioxidant Precursor: Functions as a starting material for the synthesis of complex phenolic antioxidants used in fuels, lubricants, and plastics.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed in multi-step organic synthesis to introduce the hindered phenol moiety into target molecules for agrochemicals or dyes.
• Research & Development: A valuable tool compound in academic and industrial R&D for studying steric effects and reaction mechanisms.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	2,4,6-Tripropylphenol
CAS No.	74663-50-6
Molecular Formula	C15H24O
Molecular Weight	220.35 g/mol
Synonyms	Phenol, 2,4,6-tripropyl-; 2,4,6-Tripropyl-phenol; 2,4,6-Tri-n-propylphenol; 1-Hydroxy-2,4,6-tripropylbenzene; NSC 406914; Tripropylphenol
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Quality Control

Our 2,4,6-Tripropylphenol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the stringent requirements for research and industrial synthesis.

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 compound is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to preserve purity. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC/GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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