METHYL 4-TERTIARY BUTYL BENZOATE (PTBMB), CAS 26537-19-9

 
Physical and Chemical Properties:

Solubility: Slightly soluble in water, miscible with ethanol, ether and other organic solvents.

Synonyms: Methyl p-tert-butylbenzoate, 26537-19-9, Benzoic acid, 4-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-, methyl ester, methyl 4-(tert-butyl)benzoate.

How Is it Manufactured?

Methyl 4 tertiary butyl benzoate is synthesized by different methods. It can be produced by the oxidation of a liquid phase solvent like acetic acid. Another method is high-temperature gas-phase oxidation. Here, p-tert-butyl toluene is oxidized at a high temperature in the presence of a catalyst to yield Methyl 4 tert butyl benzoate. It can also be synthesized from p-tert-butyl toluene using nitric acid.

Industry Applications

• Methyl 4 tert butyl benzoate has wide applications in the personal care industry. It helps in producing avobenzone which is a UVA I, UVA II blocker used in sunscreens, hair care products, shampoos and skincare.
• It is also used in the production of PVC heat stabilizers and as an additive for cutting oil and lubricants.
• This speciality chemical acts as an alkyd resin modifier to help improve resin properties such as its lustre, colour and performance.

Summary

Vinati Organics is one of the largest manufacturers and suppliers of methyl 4 tert butyl benzoate. We produce speciality chemicals and organic intermediates of the highest purity and quality. We have been in this industry for more than 3 decades and supply our pure methyl 4 tertiary butyl benzoate to pharmaceutical, cosmetic and personal care industries in domestic and international markets. Vinati has a presence in 35+ countries across the US, Europe and Asia. We believe in green manufacturing practices, therefore, our 2 state-of-the-art manufacturing plants in India produce environment-friendly speciality chemicals with minimum impact on climate.