6766-84-3

Basic information

• Product Name: 2,6-Dimethoxy-4-tert-butylphenol
• Synonyms: 2,6-Dimethoxy-4-tert-butylphenol;4-tert-Butyl-2,6-dimethoxyphenol;4-tert-Butylsyringol
• CAS NO: 6766-84-3
• Molecular Formula: C₁₂H₁₈O₃
• Molecular Weight: 210.271
• Mol File: 6766-84-3.mol
• Article Data: 2

Chemical Properties

• Boiling Point: 302℃
• Flash Point: 136℃
• Appearance: /
• Density: 1.038
• CAS DataBase Reference: 2,6-Dimethoxy-4-tert-butylphenol(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: 2,6-Dimethoxy-4-tert-butylphenol(6766-84-3)
• EPA Substance Registry System: 2,6-Dimethoxy-4-tert-butylphenol(6766-84-3)

Safety Data

• Hazardous Substances Data: 6766-84-3(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

General Description

2,6-Dimethoxy-4-tert-butylphenol, also known as BHT-DM, is a synthetic antioxidant and preservative used in a variety of products. It is derived from butylated hydroxytoluene (BHT) and is commonly used in cosmetics, personal care products, and food packaging. Its primary function is to prevent oxidation and extend the shelf life of products by inhibiting the formation of free radicals. However, its safety has been the subject of debate, with some studies suggesting potential health concerns, including potential endocrine disruption and carcinogenicity. Nonetheless, 2,6-Dimethoxy-4-tert-butylphenol continues to be used in many consumer products as a preservative and antioxidant.

Upstream product

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• 124-41-4 sodium methylate 

Downstream Products

• 80754-02-5 4-tert-butyl-2,6-dimethoxyphenyl diethyl phosphate 
• 199919-85-2 2-bromo-5-tert-butyl-1,3-dimethoxybenzene 
• 20481-17-8 3-hydroxy-5-tert-butyl-catechol 
• 143029-45-2 2-methyl-2-(3,5-dimethoxyphenyl)propane 
• 3790-90-7 2-methyl-2-(3,5-dihydroxyphenyl)propane 
• 19589-29-8 5-tert.-Butyl-pyrogallol-trimethylether 
• 1947-24-6 3-Methoxy-5-tert-butyl-1,2-benzoquinone 

Relevant articles and documents

A ligand-free, powerful, and practical method for methoxylation of unactivated aryl bromides by use of the CuCl/HCOOMe/MeONa/MeOH system

A ligand-free, powerful, and practical method for mono and polymethoxylation of unactivated aryl bromides has been developed; CuCl was used as catalyst, HCOOMe as cocatalyst, and methanolic MeONa as both nucleophile and solvent. This eco-friendly procedure is characterized by operational simplicity, inexpensive substrates (unactivated mono to polybromoarenes), full conversion, and direct recovery of pure MeOH.