Description

2,4,6-Trimethylbiphenyl-3-Ol CAS NO 99647-82-2 is a high-purity, substituted biphenyl derivative that serves as a critical advanced intermediate in fine chemical synthesis. Its unique sterically hindered phenolic structure makes it a valuable building block for creating specialized materials with enhanced stability and performance. This compound is essential for research and development chemists and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients and functional additives.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in sterically hindered drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators requiring specific phenolic frameworks.
• Specialty Polymer Additive: Used as a monomer or stabilizer precursor in high-performance engineering plastics and resins to impart oxidative stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Intermediate in the synthesis of organic electronic materials, where its biphenyl core contributes to desired mesogenic and charge-transport properties.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Versatile reagent in cross-coupling reactions and as a ligand precursor in organometallic catalysis.
• Research & Development: High-purity standard for analytical method development and investigative chemistry in academic and industrial labs.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4,6-Trimethylbiphenyl-3-Ol
CAS No.	99647-82-2
Molecular Formula	C15H16O
Molecular Weight	212.29 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Hydroxy-2,4,6-trimethylbiphenyl; 2,4,6-Trimethyl-3-biphenylol; 2,4,6-Trimethyl[1,1'-biphenyl]-3-ol; 3-Biphenylol, 2,4,6-trimethyl-; Biphenyl-3-ol, 2,4,6-trimethyl-; (2,4,6-Trimethylbiphenyl-3-yl) alcohol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2,4,6-Trimethylbiphenyl-3-Ol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and structural confirmation, to ensure compliance with exacting industry standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in opaque or amber packaging during storage and handling.

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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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