4-tert-Butylcatechol, 98%+

Name: 4-tert-Butylcatechol, 98%+
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-010184

About 4-tert-Butylcatechol, 98%+

4-tert-Butylcatechol is a phenolic building block (Synthesis grade) carrying the CAS registry number 98-29-3 at a purity of ≥98%. Formula C10H14O2, molecular weight 166.22 g/mol. Systematically, it is named 4-tert-butylbenzene-1,2-diol. Alternative names: para-tert-Butylcatechol and p-tert-Butylcatechol.

The material typically appears as cream to faint beige crystals or lumps. Literature values give a melting point of 52-58 °C and a boiling point of 285 °C. Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. It carries the GHS signal word “Danger” with 8 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

It is commonly used for organic synthesis, catalysis, polymer and resin production and nanotechnology research. Typical end-use sectors are pharmaceutical manufacturing, academic and industrial research and polymers and plastics.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies 4-tert-Butylcatechol in 100 g, 250 g, 500 g and 5 kg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
Catalysis
Polymer & resin production
Nanotechnology research
Water treatment

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	4-tert-Butylcatechol, 98%+
Catalogue No.	VQ-010184
CAS Number	98-29-3
IUPAC name	4-tert-butylbenzene-1,2-diol
Molecular formula	C₁₀H₁₄O₂
Molecular weight	166.22 g/mol
Exact mass	166.0994
Grade	Synthesis
Purity / assay	≥98%
HSN code	29072990
InChIKey	XESZUVZBAMCAEJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC(C)(C)C1=CC(=C(C=C1)O)O
PubChem CID	7381

Physical properties
Physical form	Crystalline
Appearance	Cream to faint beige crystals or lumps
Melting point	52-58 °C
Boiling point	285 °C
Density	1.049
LogP (XLogP3)	2.7
H-bond donors / acceptors	2 / 2
TPSA	40.5 Å²
UN number	UN 2923
Synonyms	para-tert-Butylcatechol, p-tert-Butylcatechol, t-Butyl catechol, p-t-Butylpyrocatechol, p-tert-Butylpyrocatechol, 4-t-Butylpyrocatechol, 4-tert-Butylpyrocatechol, p-tert-Butyl catechol, Synox TBC, 1,2-Benzenediol, 4-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-, 4-tert-butyl catechol, para-tert-butyl catechol

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Toxic

Harmful / irritant

Environmental hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H311Toxic in contact with skin
H312Harmful in contact with skin
H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
H317May cause an allergic skin reaction
H318Causes serious eye damage
H400Very toxic to aquatic life
H411Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P260, P261, P262, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P272, P273, P280, P301 + P317, P301 + P330 + P331, P302 + P352, P302 + P361 + P354, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P316, P317, P321, P330, P333 + P317, P361 + P364, P362 + P364, P363, P391

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Other grades of CAS 98-29-3

Synthesis

4-tert-Butylcatechol, 85% in water

CAS: 98-29-3
Formula: C₁₀H₁₄O₂
MW: 166.22 g/mol

VQ-010183

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of 4-tert-Butylcatechol, 98%+?

The CAS Registry Number of 4-tert-Butylcatechol, 98%+ is 98-29-3. It is also known as para-tert-Butylcatechol, p-tert-Butylcatechol, t-Butyl catechol.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-tert-Butylcatechol, 98%+?

4-tert-Butylcatechol, 98%+ has the molecular formula C10H14O2 and a molecular weight of 166.22 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 4-tert-butylbenzene-1,2-diol.

Which grade and pack sizes of 4-tert-Butylcatechol, 98%+ can I order?

We supply 4-tert-Butylcatechol, 98%+ in Synthesis (≥98%) grade, in 100 g, 250 g, 500 g, 5 kg, 4 x 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 4-tert-Butylcatechol, 98%+?

Yes. Every lot of 4-tert-Butylcatechol, 98%+ is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can 4-tert-Butylcatechol, 98%+ be shipped internationally?

Yes. 4-tert-Butylcatechol, 98%+ is classified as hazardous (UN 2923), so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.