2-tert-Butyl-4-hydroxyanisole
Also known as: 3-tert-Butyl-4-methoxyphenol, 2-BHA, 2-tert-Butyl-4-methoxyphenol, 3-tert-Butylated hydroxyanisole, Butylated hydroxyanisole (component), tert-Butyl-4-methoxy-phenol, 4-Methoxy-3-tert-butylphenol, Butylhydroxyanisole Impurity 3 (2-tert-Butyl-4-Hydroxyanisole)
2-tert-Butyl-4-hydroxyanisole (CAS 88-32-4) is a compound in the Ethers category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C11H16O2 and a molecular weight of 180.24 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 64℃, a boiling point of 293.3ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.009 g/cm3 and a flash point of 136ºC. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed and H319 — Causes serious eye irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 88-32-4
- Jingsj CID
- J-1973786-1
- Molecular Formula
- C11H16O2
- Molecular Weight
- 180.24 g/mol
- Category
- Ethers
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 64℃ |
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| Boiling Point | 293.3ºC at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.009 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 136ºC |
| Exact Mass | 180.11500 |
| PSA | 29.46000 |
| LogP | 2.69830 |
| Refractive Index | 1.507 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Lam LK, et al. Effects of 2- and 3-tert-butyl-4-hydroxyanisole on glutathione S-transferase and epoxide hydrolase activities and sulfhydryl levels in liver and forestomach of mice. Cancer Res. 1981 Oct;41(10):3940-3. [2]. Insecticide for vermin of order coleoptera. Japan, JP55136202 A 1980-10-23. |
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Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2909500000 |
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| Summary | 2909500000 ether-phenols, ether-alcohol-phenols and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:none MFN tariff:5.5% General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 2-tert-Butyl-4-hydroxyanisole?
The CAS number of 2-tert-Butyl-4-hydroxyanisole is 88-32-4.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-tert-Butyl-4-hydroxyanisole?
2-tert-Butyl-4-hydroxyanisole has molecular formula C11H16O2 and molecular weight 180.24 g/mol.
Is 2-tert-Butyl-4-hydroxyanisole hazardous?
2-tert-Butyl-4-hydroxyanisole has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation.
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