2,2,6,6-Tetramethylpiperidine (TEMP)
Chemical Name: 2,2,6,6-Tetramethylpiperidine
Molecular Formula: C₉H₁₉N
CAS Number: 768-66-1
The foundational intermediate for producing a wide range of Hindered Amine Light Stabilizers (HALS) and the versatile stable radical TEMPO. VUP produces high-purity TEMP (min. 99%) at its pilot plant facility.
Technical Specifications
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Chemical Identity
| Chemical Name | 2,2,6,6-Tetramethylpiperidine |
| Synonyms | TEMP, Norpempidine, TMPH |
| CAS Number | 768-66-1 |
| EC Number | 212-199-3 |
| Molecular Formula | C₉H₁₉N |
| Molecular Weight | 141.25 g/mol |
VUP Specifications (Standard Grade)
| Property | Specification |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colorless to light yellow low-melting solid or liquid |
| Purity | min. 99.0 % wt |
Note: Specifications that are provided above are typical values and should not be considered as guaranteed analysis.
Key Features & Benefits
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Essential HALS Intermediate
The core starting material for synthesizing numerous high-performance HALS used to protect polymers from UV degradation.
High Purity Product
VUP supplies TEMP with a minimum purity of 99%, ensuring high quality for demanding downstream synthesis applications.
Pilot Scale Production
Manufactured at VUP pilot plant facility with 25 t/yr capacity, indicating capability for larger volume supply beyond lab scale.
Direct TEMPO Precursor
Key raw material used in the synthesis of TEMPO and its derivatives for various catalytic and research applications.
Versatile Building Block
Used as an intermediate in various organic synthesis applications beyond HALS and TEMPO production.
Applications
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HALS Manufacturing
Essential intermediate for producing various Hindered Amine Light Stabilizers used extensively in the plastics and coatings industries for UV protection.
TEMPO Synthesis
Direct precursor for manufacturing TEMPO and its derivatives, which are used as catalysts, oxidants, polymerization inhibitors, and research tools.
Organic Synthesis
Employed as a hindered secondary amine base or building block in specific chemical reactions requiring this unique structural framework.
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