Description

Phenol, 2,4-Bis(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-5-Nitro- is a specialized phenolic compound featuring sterically hindered tert-butyl groups and a nitro substituent, offering unique chemical stability and reactivity. This compound is valued for its role as a high-performance intermediate and antioxidant precursor in advanced material synthesis. It is primarily required by R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the polymer, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking to develop products with enhanced durability and performance.

Application

• Polymer Additive Synthesis: Serves as a key intermediate for producing high-efficiency antioxidants and light stabilizers for plastics and synthetic rubbers.
• Agrochemical Intermediates: Used in the research and development of novel active ingredients for crop protection products.
• Specialty Chemical Manufacturing: Acts as a building block for synthesizing complex molecules used in dyes, pigments, and performance chemicals.
• Material Science Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for creating new polymeric materials with tailored thermal and oxidative stability.
• Lubricant & Fuel Additives: Investigated for use as a precursor in formulating additives that prevent oxidation and degradation in industrial lubricants and fuels.

Basic Information

Product Name	Phenol, 2,4-Bis(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-5-Nitro-
CAS No.	873055-57-3
Molecular Formula	C14H21NO3
Molecular Weight	251.32 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4-Di-tert-butyl-5-nitrophenol; 5-Nitro-2,4-di-tert-butylphenol; 2,4-Bis(tert-butyl)-5-nitrophenol; DTBNP; Phenol, 2,4-di-tert-butyl-5-nitro-; 5-Nitro-2,4-bis(1,1-dimethylethyl)phenol; 2,4-DTBP-5-NO2
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards and batch-to-batch consistency. Quality is verified through multiple analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C/59-77°F). Due to its light-sensitive nature and tendency to be easily oxidized, it is recommended to store the material under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown 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%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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