Description

4',4''(5'')-Dibutyryldibenzo-18-Crown-6 is a functionalized crown ether derivative, specifically a dibenzo-18-crown-6 ether modified with butyryl ester groups. This molecular design is critical for enhancing selectivity and binding affinity for specific metal cations, particularly potassium and cesium ions, in complex matrices. It is an essential advanced intermediate and research chemical for scientists and engineers in pharmaceutical development, chemical sensing, and specialized separation technologies.

Application

• Ion-Selective Electrodes (ISEs) and Sensors: Acts as a key ionophore in membrane formulations for the potentiometric detection of potassium (K⁺) and cesium (Cs⁺) ions.
• Liquid-Liquid Extraction & Membrane Transport: Used as a selective carrier for the separation and concentration of target metal ions from aqueous solutions or waste streams.
• Catalysis & Phase-Transfer Catalysis (PTC): Serves as a ligand or complexing agent to solubilize inorganic salts in organic phases, facilitating reactions.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Employed in the synthesis of more complex crown ether derivatives for drug delivery systems or as a tool for studying cation-mediated biological processes.
• Analytical Chemistry: Utilized as a chiral selector or complexing agent in chromatography (e.g., HPLC, CE) for the separation of enantiomers or ionic species.
• Materials Science: Incorporated into polymers or functional materials to create ion-selective membranes or smart materials.
• Nuclear Waste Treatment: Investigated for the selective removal of radioactive cesium isotopes (¹³⁷Cs) from contaminated solutions due to its high affinity for Cs⁺.
• Fundamental Research: A valuable compound for academic and industrial research in supramolecular chemistry and host-guest interactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	4',4''(5'')-Dibutyryldibenzo-18-Crown-6
CAS No.	81495-50-3
Molecular Formula	C₃₂H₄₄O₁₀
Molecular Weight	588.69 g/mol
Synonyms	Dibenzo-18-crown-6, 4',4''(5'')-dibutyrate; 4',4''(5'')-Bis(butanoyl)dibenzo-18-crown-6; Dibutyryl Dibenzo-18-Crown-6; 4',4''(5'')-Di(butyryl)dibenzo-18-crown-6; 4',4''(5'')-Dibutyryl-dibenzo-18-crown-6; DB-18-C-6 dibutyrate; 2,3,11,12-Dibenzo-1,4,7,10,13,16-hexaoxacyclooctadeca-2,11-diene-4',4''(5'')-dibutyrate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4',4''(5'')-Dibutyryldibenzo-18-Crown-6 is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of research and industrial applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity (typically by HPLC or NMR), physical characteristics, and other relevant parameters are provided to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

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). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.