Description

3-[(Diethylamino)Methyl]-5-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-1,2-Benzenediol is a specialized phenolic compound featuring a diethylamino-methyl substituent, which imparts unique chemical reactivity and functionality. This molecule serves as a critical synthetic intermediate or functional additive in advanced material science and fine chemical synthesis. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and polymer industries for developing novel compounds with enhanced properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a hindered phenolic backbone for antioxidant or chelating activity.
• Polymer Stabilizer/Antioxidant Precursor: Acts as a key building block for manufacturing high-performance phenolic antioxidants that protect polymers from thermal and oxidative degradation.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as an intermediate in creating specialized herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators where its structural motifs can influence biological activity.
• Ligand for Metal Complexation: The catechol and amine functional groups make it a potential candidate for designing chelating agents in catalysis or metal extraction processes.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new organic reactions, material properties, and bio-active molecules.
• Fine Chemical Production: Utilized in the multi-step synthesis of complex dyes, pigments, or other performance chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-[(Diethylamino)Methyl]-5-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-1,2-Benzenediol
CAS No.	857425-93-5
Molecular Formula	C16H27NO2
Molecular Weight	265.39 g/mol
Synonyms	3-[(Diethylamino)methyl]-5-tert-butylbenzene-1,2-diol; 5-tert-Butyl-3-[(diethylamino)methyl]benzene-1,2-diol; 3-(Diethylaminomethyl)-5-tert-butylcatechol; 5-tert-Butyl-3-(diethylaminomethyl)catechol; 1,2-Benzenediol, 3-[(diethylamino)methyl]-5-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-; DBEDC (common abbreviation); Tert-Butyl DBDC
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 3-[(Diethylamino)Methyl]-5-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-1,2-Benzenediol is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure identity, purity, and consistency meet your specific research or production requirements. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications such as assay (HPLC), identity (IR, NMR), and impurity profile is available for each lot upon request.

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). Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to store the product under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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