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3,5-Di-tert-butyl-4-hydroxybenzyl Alcohol

Hindered-phenol antioxidant and preservation support; protects oils and actives against oxidation.

Made to orderPreservation & antioxidants

Identity

INCI name
3,5-Di-tert-butyl-4-hydroxybenzyl Alcohol
Also known as
DTDHBA
IUPAC name
2,6-Di-tert-butyl-4-(hydroxymethyl)phenol
CAS number
88-26-6
Molecular formula
C15H24O2
Molecular weight
236.35 g/mol
Appearance
White crystalline powder

Typical specification

ParameterTypical value
Purity (GC/HPLC)≥ 99.0 %
Melting point138 to 142 °C
Loss on drying≤ 0.3 %

Indicative values. The lot certificate of analysis governs. Full TDS and SDS available on request; analytical methods shared under CDA.

Applications

  • Oil-phase stabilisation
  • Preservation systems
  • Colour and odour protection

Regulatory note

Check market-specific requirements; documentation on request.