Description

Dicyclooctylhydroquinone is a specialized aromatic organic compound belonging to the hydroquinone family. This high-purity intermediate is valued for its role in synthesizing advanced materials and fine chemicals where controlled oxidation and specific steric properties are required. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the polymer, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical sectors.

Application

• Polymer Stabilizer & Antioxidant Precursor: Serves as a key building block for synthesizing high-performance phenolic antioxidants used in plastics and elastomers to prevent thermal and oxidative degradation.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Employed in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly where its bicyclic structure imparts desired biological activity or metabolic stability.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Material Synthesis: Used in the production of monomers and intermediates for advanced display technologies and organic electronic components.
• Photographic Chemical Intermediate: Acts as a precursor in the synthesis of specialized developers and other agents used in photographic and imaging applications.
• Crosslinking Agent for Specialty Resins: Functions as a co-monomer or crosslinker in the formulation of high-temperature and chemically resistant epoxy or other thermoset resins.
• Research & Development Chemical: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in organic synthesis, material science, and catalysis studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dicyclooctylhydroquinone
CAS No.	93841-46-4
Molecular Formula	C20H30O2
Molecular Weight	302.45 g/mol
Synonyms	1,4-Dihydroxy-2,5-dicyclooctylbenzene; 2,5-Dicyclooctylhydroquinone; 2,5-Dicyclooctylbenzene-1,4-diol; Hydroquinone, dicyclooctyl-; DCOHQ; Bis(cyclooctyl)hydroquinone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Dicyclooctylhydroquinone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets stringent specifications for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere) and is light-sensitive (store away from light). Keep away from strong 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.