2,6-Di-tert-butyl-p-cresol

• CAT Number: R050452
• CAS Number: 128-37-0
• Molecular Formula: C15H24O
• Molecular Weight: 220.36
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: 2,6-Bis(1,1-dimethylethyl)-4-methylphenol; 2,6-Di(tert-butyl)hydroxytoluene; 2,6-Di-tert-butyl-4-hydroxytoluene; 2,6-Ditertbutyl Paracresol; 4-Methyl-2,6-bis(1,1-?dimethylethyl)phenol; Advastab 401; Dalpac; Deenax; Impruvol; Ionol; Topanol; BHT
• Target: Metabolic Enzyme/Protease
• Storage: Room temperature
• IUPAC Name: 2,6-ditert-butyl-4-methylphenol
• InChI: InChI=1S/C15H24O/c1-10-8-11(14(2,3)4)13(16)12(9-10)15(5,6)7/h8-9,16H,1-7H3
• InChIKey: NLZUEZXRPGMBCV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: CC1=CC(=C(C(=C1)C(C)(C)C)O)C(C)(C)C

2,6-Di-tert-butyl-p-cresol (DTBC) (Cat No.: R050452) is an antioxidant commonly used as a stabilizer in various industrial applications, particularly in polymers, rubber, and fuels. It helps prevent oxidative degradation by scavenging free radicals, thus extending the lifespan and enhancing the performance of materials. DTBC is also employed in the cosmetic and pharmaceutical industries to preserve the stability of formulations. While effective, its use requires caution due to its potential toxicity in high concentrations, making proper handling important in various applications.