2-(tert-Butyl)-5-methyl-4-nitrophenol CAS 72373-70-7

Purity 97%+In StockPharmaceutical Standards
CAS No.72373-70-7
Molecular FormulaC11H15NO3
Molecular Weight209.24 g/mol
CategoryPharmaceutical Standards / API Standards
AvailabilityIn Stock

Chemical Structure

2-(tert-Butyl)-5-methyl-4-nitrophenol CAS 72373-70-7 chemical structure

Description

The occurrence of 2-(tert-Butyl)-5-methyl-4-nitrophenol is closely related to an amino-acid-derived structure, an amide group, a hydroxyl group, an ether linkage in its molecular formula, which determines its behaviour during synthesis, purification, or degradation.

CATO supplies 2-(tert-Butyl)-5-methyl-4-nitrophenol (CAS 72373-70-7), a certified reference material (molecular formula C11H15NO3, MW 209.24 g/mol) for analytical method development and quality control.

Based on its molecular formula C11H15NO3, 2-(tert-Butyl)-5-methyl-4-nitrophenol contains an amino-acid-derived structure, an amide group, a hydroxyl group, an ether linkage; these features give the compound characteristic absorption bands in UV spectroscopy. The molecular weight of 209.24 g/mol is directly relevant to the identification of the molecular ion in mass spectrometry. Nitrogen-containing functional groups confer excellent ionization efficiency in positive-ion electrospray (ESI) mode, making the compound well suited to LC-MS/MS analysis.

Recommended for analytical method development and validation; each product is supplied with a full Certificate of Analysis (COA) ensuring ISO 17034 metrological traceability.

CATO manufactures 2-(tert-Butyl)-5-methyl-4-nitrophenol under ISO 17034:2016 accreditation with dual CNAS and ANAB accreditation. Each batch is characterized by orthogonal methods and supplied with a full Certificate of Analysis (COA), ensuring metrological traceability.

Physical & Chemical Properties

Molecular FormulaC11H15NO3
Molecular Weight209.24 g/mol
AppearanceOff-white to pale yellow crystalline powder
Purity97%+
StorageStore at 2-8°C, protect from light, keep sealed and dry
Solubility (reference)Soluble in methanol, ethanol, DMSO
StabilityMay oxidize slowly on prolonged air exposure; Light-sensitive; avoid direct strong light; Hygroscopic; reseal immediately after opening
Degree of Unsaturation (DBE)5.0
UV AbsorptionUV-absorbing
Structural FeaturesAromatic ring present
CAS Registry Year (est.)1977
Nitrogen Atoms1

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