6-tert-Butyl-m-cresol

• CAT Number: L047521
• CAS Number: 88-60-8
• Molecular Formula: C11H16O
• Molecular Weight: 164.24
• Purity: ≥95%
• IUPAC Name: 2-tert-butyl-5-methylphenol
• InChI: InChI=1S/C11H16O/c1-8-5-6-9(10(12)7-8)11(2,3)4/h5-7,12H,1-4H3
• InChIKey: XOUQAVYLRNOXDO-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: CC1=CC(=C(C=C1)C(C)(C)C)O

6-tert-Butyl-m-cresol（Cat N0.:L047521）, also known as 6-tert-butyl-3-methylphenol, is an aromatic compound with the molecular formula C11H16O. It features a methyl group and a hydroxyl group on a benzene ring, with a tert-butyl group at the 6-position relative to the hydroxyl. This structure imparts significant steric hindrance, enhancing its antioxidant properties. It is commonly used as a stabilizer and preservative in fuels, oils, polymers, and cosmetics, where it prevents oxidative degradation. Its free radical-scavenging ability makes it valuable in extending product shelf life and maintaining chemical integrity under various conditions.