Description

2-(tert-Butyl)-6-Methylnaphthalene is a high-purity, substituted naphthalene derivative with the CAS number 84029-69-6. This specialty aromatic compound is valued for its role as a key synthetic intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for developing novel compounds and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other complex organic molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Acts as a precursor or core structure in the development of novel organic electronic materials and emissive layers.
• Liquid Crystal & Polymer Chemistry: Employed as a monomer or modifying agent to impart specific steric and electronic properties to advanced polymers and liquid crystal displays (LCDs).
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D focused on catalysis, material science, and novel aromatic chemistry.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of specialized dyes, pigments, and colorants requiring specific naphthalene-based structures.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(tert-Butyl)-6-Methylnaphthalene
CAS No.	84029-69-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₅H₁₈
Molecular Weight	198.31 g/mol
Synonyms	2-tert-Butyl-6-methylnaphthalene; 6-Methyl-2-(tert-butyl)naphthalene; 2-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-6-methylnaphthalene; 2-tert-Butyl-6-methyl-naphthalene; 2-(tert-Butyl)-6-methylnaphthalene; 84029-69-6; NSC 406915
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(tert-Butyl)-6-Methylnaphthalene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee it meets your specific R&D or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.