Description

2-(tert-Butyl)-3-Methylnaphthalene is a substituted naphthalene derivative, a versatile organic intermediate prized for its unique steric and electronic properties imparted by the tert-butyl group. This compound matters for its role in the synthesis of advanced materials and fine chemicals, where its specific molecular architecture is leveraged to modify properties like thermal stability, solubility, and reactivity. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for developing new active ingredients and functional additives.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Investigated as a potential host or dopant material in the emissive layers of OLED devices due to its naphthalene core.
• Liquid Crystal & Polymer Additive: Functions as a modifier to tune the thermal and optical properties of liquid crystalline materials and specialty polymers.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial research in organic synthesis and materials science.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: May be used in the development of complex aromatic compounds for high-end fragrance applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(tert-Butyl)-3-Methylnaphthalene
CAS No.	84029-66-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₅H₁₈
Molecular Weight	198.30 g/mol
Synonyms	2-tert-Butyl-3-methylnaphthalene; 3-Methyl-2-(1,1-dimethylethyl)naphthalene; 2-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-3-methylnaphthalene; 2-(tert-Butyl)-3-methylnaphthalene; 2-t-Butyl-3-methylnaphthalene; Naphthalene, 2-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-3-methyl-; 84029-66-3 (CAS)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(tert-Butyl)-3-Methylnaphthalene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC/HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications and industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed batch-specific results are available upon request.

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 or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Standard Grade)
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.