Category
Chemical Primary Standard
CAS Number
128-39-2
Molecular Formula
C14H22O
Molecular Weight
206.32g/mol
Synonym

2,6-bis(1,1-dimethylethyl)phenol; 2,6-bis(tert-butyl)phenol; 2,6-di(1,1-dimethylethyl)phenol; and dibutylphenol

Keywords
Pharmaceuticals
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2,6-Di-tert-butylphenol is a bulky, hindered phenol commonly used as an antioxidant and stabilizer in polymers, lubricants, and fuels. Its steric bulk helps prevent oxidation and degradation of materials by scavenging free radicals.