Description

2,4-Di-tert-Butyl-5-Nitrophenyl Methyl Carbonate is a specialized organic intermediate of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key building block in the production of high-performance materials and fine chemicals, where its unique sterically hindered phenolic structure is leveraged. Industrial and research chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and polymer sectors need it to develop novel active ingredients and functional additives.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those requiring hindered phenol functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer Additive Precursor: Acts as an intermediate for manufacturing light stabilizers, antioxidants, and other performance-enhancing additives for plastics and coatings.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in organic synthesis laboratories for constructing complex molecular architectures in research and development.
• Chemical Research: Utilized as a standard or reagent in studies involving carbonate chemistry, nitrophenyl derivatives, and steric effects.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4-Di-tert-Butyl-5-Nitrophenyl Methyl Carbonate
CAS No.	873055-55-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₂₃NO₅
Molecular Weight	309.36 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl (2,4-di-tert-butyl-5-nitrophenyl) carbonate; 5-Nitro-2,4-di-tert-butylphenyl methyl carbonate; Carbonochloridic acid, 2,4-bis(1,1-dimethylethyl)-5-nitrophenyl methyl ester; Methyl carbonic acid 2,4-di-tert-butyl-5-nitrophenyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,4-Di-tert-Butyl-5-Nitrophenyl Methyl Carbonate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 heat, open flames, and incompatible materials. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in opaque packaging or amber glass.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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