Description

2,6-Diisopropylbenzoic Acid is a sterically hindered benzoic acid derivative, valued for its unique structural properties that influence reactivity and selectivity in chemical synthesis. This compound serves as a crucial advanced pharmaceutical intermediate (API intermediate) and a versatile organic synthesis building block. It is primarily utilized in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), agrochemicals, and specialty polymers, where its diisopropyl substitution pattern is essential for creating molecules with specific steric and electronic characteristics.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of sterically hindered active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Ligand Precursor: Used in the preparation of specialized ligands for catalysis, particularly in transition metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Intermediate in the production of advanced herbicides and fungicides that require specific spatial configurations for bioactivity.
• Polymer Chemistry: Monomer or modifier for creating high-performance polymers with enhanced thermal stability and mechanical properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in research laboratories for constructing complex organic molecules, leveraging its carboxylic acid functionality and steric bulk.
• Material Science: Used in the development of organic electronic materials and liquid crystals.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,6-Diisopropylbenzoic Acid
CAS No.	92035-95-5
Molecular Formula	C13H18O2
Molecular Weight	206.28 g/mol
Synonyms	2,6-Bis(1-methylethyl)benzoic Acid; 2,6-Diisopropylbenzenecarboxylic Acid; Benzoic acid, 2,6-bis(1-methylethyl)-; 2,6-DIPB Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,6-Diisopropylbenzoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters 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 bases and oxidizing agents.

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%

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