Description

1-[5-(tert-Butyl)-2-Methylphenyl]-2-Buten-1-One is a specialized organic compound featuring a butenone group linked to a substituted phenyl ring. This structural motif makes it a valuable intermediate in fine chemical synthesis, particularly for creating complex molecules with specific steric and electronic properties. It is primarily sought by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for use in advanced synthesis and process development.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those requiring bulky, lipophilic substituents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where its structure can contribute to biological activity and environmental stability.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or precursor in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Employed as a substrate or ligand precursor in catalytic reactions and methodological studies in academic and industrial R&D laboratories.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Potential intermediate for the synthesis of complex aroma chemicals, leveraging its ketone functionality and aromatic backbone.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-[5-(tert-Butyl)-2-Methylphenyl]-2-Buten-1-One
CAS No.	93942-47-3
Molecular Formula	C15H20O
Molecular Weight	216.32 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Buten-1-one, 1-[5-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-2-methylphenyl]-; 1-[5-(tert-Butyl)-2-methylphenyl]but-2-en-1-one; 3-(5-tert-Butyl-2-methylphenyl)but-3-en-2-one; 5-tert-Butyl-2-methylphenyl vinyl ketone
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Quality Control

Our production of 1-[5-(tert-Butyl)-2-Methylphenyl]-2-Buten-1-One adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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