1. Product Overview
4,4′-(1,3-Dimethylbutylidene)diphenol
CAS No.: 6807-17-6
- Appearance: White crystalline powder
- Molecular Weight: 270.37 g/mol
- Key Properties: Good thermal stability, high rigidity, hydrophobicity
- Main Application: Polycarbonate resins and specialty polymer materials
- Packaging: 25 kg/fiber drum
2. Product Information
| Item | Information |
|---|---|
| Product Name | 4,4′-(1,3-Dimethylbutylidene)diphenol |
| CAS No. | 6807-17-6 |
| Molecular Formula | C₁₈H₂₂O₂ |
| Molecular Weight | 270.37 g/mol |
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Physical Form | Solid |
| Melting Point | Approx. 153–162°C |
| Water Solubility | Low |
| Main Application | Polycarbonate resins and specialty polymer materials |
| Structure |  |
Q1: Why is this product suitable for specialty polymer synthesis?
Its diphenol structure provides two reactive hydroxyl groups, allowing it to participate in polymer-forming reactions and contribute to the design of specialty polymer structures.
Q2: What should be considered when selecting this product for a polymerization process?
Key factors include purity, melting behavior, reaction compatibility, and the requirements of the final polymer. The appropriate grade should be selected according to the customer’s specific process.
Q3: Can this product be used to modify the properties of polymers?
Yes. Its molecular structure can be incorporated into polymer chains to help adjust properties such as rigidity, thermal behavior, and overall material performance.
Q4: Is this product suitable for R&D as well as industrial applications?
Yes. It can be used both for laboratory-scale polymer research and as a raw material for larger-scale specialty resin production, depending on the customer’s process.
Q5: What packaging is recommended for this product?
For industrial quantities, 25 kg/fiber drum packaging is suitable. The product should be kept tightly sealed and protected from moisture during storage and transportation.
Application Cases
Case 1: Specialty Polycarbonate Materials
This product can be used as a diphenol component in the synthesis of specialty polycarbonate materials. Its molecular structure can help tailor the characteristics of the resulting polymer for specific material requirements.
Case 2: High-Performance Resin Development
During specialty resin development, this compound can serve as a functional building block to introduce a specific molecular structure into the polymer, helping researchers optimize the balance of rigidity and thermal properties.
Case 3: Polymer Structure Modification
By incorporating this diphenol into a polymer backbone, manufacturers can explore changes in the polymer’s molecular architecture and subsequently adjust its physical and thermal characteristics.
Case 4: Functional Polymer R&D
The compound can be used as a building block in laboratory research for developing new polymer formulations and functional materials, particularly where specific molecular structures are required.
Case 5: Customized Polymer Materials
For customers developing polymers for specific end-use requirements, this product can be evaluated as an alternative diphenol building block to fine-tune the properties of the final resin through molecular structure design.
6. Product Manager
Product Manager: Judy
Email: Judy@coreychem.com
