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3,5-Di-tert-butylbenzoic acid

3,5-Di-tert-butylbenzoic acid

3,5-Di-tert-butylbenzoic acid

Catalog NumberNZs16225266

CAS Number16225-26-6

CategoryBuilding-Block Reagents for Supramolecular Catalysis

3,5-Di-tert-butylbenzoic acid
Description 3,5-Di-tert-butylbenzoic acid is a sterically hindered aromatic carboxylic acid used to modify end groups in supramolecular structures. The tert-butyl groups provide both steric protection and hydrophobic character.
Molecular Weight 234.33
Molecular Formula [(CH3)3C]2C6H3CO2H
Canonical SMILES CC(C)(C)c1cc(cc(c1)C(C)(C)C)C(O)=O
InChI 1S/C15H22O2/c1-14(2,3)11-7-10(13(16)17)8-12(9-11)15(4,5)6/h7-9H,1-6H3,(H,16,17)
InChI Key NCTSLPBQVXUAHR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Melting Point 173-175 °C (lit.)
Purity 0.99
Solubility Soluble in Methanol
Appearance Powder
Application It serves as a capping agent or functional unit in the synthesis of macrocycles, cavitands, and frameworks. Its bulky structure is advantageous for controlling molecular recognition, improving selectivity, and preventing undesired aggregation.
Color white
EC Number 240-350-3
MDL Number MFCD00082727
Pubchem CID 24856526
Storage Conditions It is recommended to store this product at room temperature in a cool, dry place, <15°C.
WGK Germany 3

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