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HS Code |
684629 |
| Chemicalname | Phenol, 2,6-Dibromo-4-Tert-Butyl- |
| Casnumber | 2979-28-2 |
| Molecularformula | C10H12Br2O |
| Molecularweight | 324.01 |
| Appearance | White to off-white solid |
| Meltingpoint | 69-72°C |
| Boilingpoint | No data available (decomposes) |
| Density | 1.67 g/cm3 (at 25°C) |
| Solubilityinwater | Insoluble |
| Purity | Typically ≥98% |
| Synonyms | 2,6-Dibromo-4-tert-butylphenol; BR-PHENOL |
| Storageconditions | Store at room temperature, tightly closed, in a dry and ventilated area |
As an accredited Phenol, 2,6-Dibromo-4-Tert-Butyl- factory, we enforce strict quality protocols—every batch undergoes rigorous testing to ensure consistent efficacy and safety standards.
| Packing | Phenol, 2,6-Dibromo-4-Tert-Butyl- is packaged in a 25-gram amber glass bottle with a secure screw cap for safety. |
| Shipping | Phenol, 2,6-Dibromo-4-tert-butyl- should be shipped in tightly sealed containers, protected from moisture and light. It must be labeled as hazardous and handled according to local and international regulations for chemicals. Ensure suitable secondary containment and transport via certified carriers specializing in hazardous materials. Avoid extreme temperatures during transit. |
| Storage | Phenol, 2,6-Dibromo-4-tert-butyl- should be stored in a tightly closed container, in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area, away from sources of ignition, heat, and incompatible substances such as strong oxidizing agents. Protect from direct sunlight and moisture. Ensure proper labeling and access only to trained personnel. Use appropriate secondary containment to prevent spills or leaks. |
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In the chemical industry, nothing slows down a project like supply inconsistencies or products that don't stand up to real-world requirements. Our experience manufacturing Phenol, 2,6-Dibromo-4-Tert-Butyl- brings firsthand understanding of what chemists and formulators demand—high purity, batch-to-batch consistency, and reliable performance under pressure. We have dedicated decades to refining every step of production, knowing even minor impurities at ppm levels can derail sensitive syntheses or downstream formulations.
Plenty of companies are eager to discuss fine chemicals, but most only know this molecule as a line in a catalog. We are not one of them. Our process starts with carefully sourced raw bromine and phenolic intermediates, monitored in real time for purity, reactivity, and water content. Our reactors run under strict controls—temperatures, stirring speed, and reagent addition aren't left to chance. We drive every batch with a focus on tight-end point targeting, since off-stoichiometry in bromination causes carryover impurities, and that causes headaches for our customers. Years of practical experience go into our drying and filtration steps, because moisture content and unwanted by-products threaten stability in final storage or during transport. Every drum leaving our shop reflects countless checks for color, melting point, and HPLC trace impurity profiles.
Phenol, 2,6-Dibromo-4-Tert-Butyl- serves as a key intermediate or building block in research and industrial synthesis, especially where technical barriers are high and regulatory scrutiny is tight. The tert-butyl group at the para position introduces both steric bulk and increased solubility in organic media, which translates to greater compatibility with a variety of solvents. The two bromine atoms ortho to the hydroxyl act as versatile leaving groups, enabling downstream substitution or cross-coupling reactions. Unlike many other halogenated phenols, this compound’s tert-butyl moiety provides improved oxidative stability. That advantage often distinguishes it for pharmaceutical and agrichemical research, where product integrity over time can make or break a project.
Chemists in the lab want a reagent that dissolves properly, reacts cleanly, and survives bench storage. On the plant floor, teams want reliable melting behavior and reactivity that tracks historical values. In our line, we control melting point and moisture to avoid foaming or misfeeds in automated systems. Handling requirements differ from standard phenols, but nothing surprises a production manager more than unexpected impurities; our QA makes sure no unexpected side products get through.
Many phenols on the market exhibit less chemical stability or lack the unique reaction profile offered here. For example, simple dibromophenol compounds often degrade in storage or deliver unpredictable results in coupling chemistry due to trace background contaminants. Our in-process analytics track contaminant levels tightly. Shelf life is not just a number; we continually test stored stock to confirm it matches fresh product in all analytical profiles.
Adding a tert-butyl group to the aromatic ring changes not just reactivity but also handling characteristics. Our customers report less volatilization loss, easier filtration after reactions, and improved yield purity in multi-step synthetic sequences.
Comparing to mono-brominated or unsubstituted phenol derivatives, the electronic effects driven by both bromine atoms and the tert-butyl group give this molecule broader versatility in coupling, O-alkylation, and nucleophilic aromatic substitution. This means researchers can use milder conditions, avoid excessive side-product formation, and extend their method development window.
Having worked with formulation chemists in polymer, specialty chemical, and pharmaceutical labs, we've seen the challenges presented by irregular melting profiles and unpredictable residue. Our product undergoes a drying process that consistently targets residual solvent levels below regulatory thresholds, meeting international shipment rules. We also use GLP-aligned retention sampling for every lot, letting us answer customer questions with confidence even months after shipment.
Color and clarity can signal process issues long before a residue or assay test flags something wrong. Our team inspects each sample visually, as well as by standard analytical equipment. Spotting off-shade batches lets us protect you from subtle impurities that ruin downstream product appearance or shelf stability. For those who scale from gram to multi-ton quantities, knowing the supply you receive stands up to gradual process tweaks is more than a convenience—it’s essential for cost control and regulatory compliance.
Disposal concerns often come up in large-scale users. The heavily brominated nature of this phenol calls for responsible waste handling. Over the years, we've worked directly with environmental managers to develop post-use treatment guidelines and methods that minimize halogenated waste. Our technical support team shares practical advice tailored for your workflow.
Transparency doesn’t get enough attention in chemical manufacturing. We publish chemical structure confirmation results both for customers and internally, requiring complete agreement between spectroscopic, chromatographic, and physical data. Deviation—even by a degree or a single minor peak—gets investigated, not ignored. All drum and pail packaging is lined and sealed to protect against moisture, since shipping by sea or rail introduces new risks. Real-world shipping destroys poorly dried products, leaving lumpy or cake-like solids at the customer dock. Our procedures mean product arrives in free-flowing crystals, ready for dissolution or further use.
Testing by only NMR or one type of chromatography often misses contaminants. Our QC approach covers melting point, HPLC, GC, and water content by Karl Fischer titration. Shipping only after all parameters meet internal criteria, not simply public purity specs, has built loyalty among customers who operate sensitive analytical or synthetic protocols. Mistakes in these areas have cost real money and time—nudging us toward continuous improvement and stricter thresholds.
Some users find alternate suppliers offer cheaper phenols with similar names. In practice, these often demonstrate uneven particle size, less thermal stability, and rapid color changes during storage. We bench marked these concerns on test batches, watching color drift and weight loss at slightly elevated temperature. Our process adjustments, including reworked crystalization steps and rapid in-process filtration, have eliminated these pitfalls.
Buyers sometimes believe switching between similar halophenols carries low risk. Industry data shows process upsets, off-color resins, or failed reactions trace back to uncontrolled micro-impurities not flagged on standard C of A’s. Field reports from clients confirm the need for year-to-year consistency, not just initial spec compliance. In our plant, we track source reagents from drum to finished product, maintaining traceable lots for recall scenarios that have yet to happen.
Safety comes next. Phenol derivatives can present serious hazards during use and handling. Our staff is trained in both lab and industrial exposure controls, and we provide guidance on ventilation, proper PPE, and compatible engineering controls. We have updated our material handling procedures after reviewing decades of incident logs, offering not just a premium product but a safer one.
Chemical manufacturing rarely goes exactly as planned—both in our plant and in the field. We collect and honestly review feedback on shipping issues, material consistency, and in-use performance. Every reported “off” odor, slight color variation, or delayed dissolution prompts a corrective loop, involving production and QA. In one recent case, a customer scaling up a drug intermediate noticed unfamiliar residue after reaction workup. After investigating all angles, we improved our filter aid protocols and updated solvent washes. Downtime avoided on their end means loyalty on ours.
Pharma clients are particularly strict about documentation, raw material traceability, and process validation. We have customized our lot tracking and data retention to ensure every batch is cross-referenced and auditable for regulatory review. No after-the-fact scrambling for data or last-minute reanalysis—hard records back every bottle and drum.
We have also worked with polymer and resin specialists who face fouling or inconsistent cure rates with off-brand phenols. Our technical liaison communicates directly with these teams, reviewing in-process data, discussing minor formulation tweaks, and ensuring compatibility of the phenol with their catalyst and base regimes. Repeatable, controlled outcomes across plant shifts keep their processes running and lower rework costs.
Many players buy and resell material from a shifting pool of suppliers, often with good intentions but little technical oversight. Manufacturing this phenol from raw material to final drum, we see every nuance that can affect the end user. By operating our own reactors, filtrations, and packaging lines, we maintain active control, not just paperwork trails. From upticks in ambient moisture to slight process drift, real manufacturing means dealing with challenges before they hit your inventory.
R&D doesn’t wait for the next shipment, and plant lines can’t pause because someone upstream cut corners. Having our own laboratory, pilot, and plant operations under unified control lets us execute rapid scale-up, solve site-specific user challenges, and deliver what’s needed without excuse. For nearly every batch, chemists—not just admins—double check output quality, and that commitment goes with every shipment.
Environmental standards, global chemical regulations, and evolving specification demands keep changing the market landscape. Over the years, we have responded with improved solvent recovery, traceability from starting material to end-product, and packaging options that reduce environmental impact. Ongoing collaboration with research labs and end-users informs our continuous process improvement, reducing both actual and perceived risks related to off-grade materials.
Sustainability now threads through every aspect of our process. By working with regional waste processors and recycling partners, we’ve reduced waste streams associated with off-specification phenol, and improved responsible stewardship on bromine sourcing. Raw material volatility gets managed through hedged contracts and qualified secondary sources, always keeping open channels with partners in case of market disruption.
Trust arrives with demonstrated results, not just certificates. Our past failures, immediate corrective efforts, and long-run improvements remain more useful teaching tools than any generic compliance document. This attitude brings real alignment with serious counterparts in the R&D and production worlds, protecting projects from surprise delays or quality lapses.
Phenol, 2,6-Dibromo-4-Tert-Butyl-, produced through hands-on, accountable manufacturing, fills an important role for advanced synthesis and formulating environments. Our business puts practical knowledge and hard-won improvements into every shipment, working directly with formulators, researchers, and plant operators to solve the difficult problems that crop up from lab scale through to full production. Years of continuous collaboration, feedback-driven improvements, and technical rigor contribute more to end results than any specs sheet alone. From classroom bench to commercial reactor, our focus remains the same: reliability, transparency, and real-world performance.
