4-tert-Butylbenzoic acid as a thermal stabilizer in PVC. It is used as a intermediate in chemical industry for producing esters of PTBBA, a chain stop agent in resins. It used as a potent yeast sirtuin (Sir2p) inhibitor.
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Applications4-tert-Butylbenzoic acid as a thermal stabilizer in PVC. It is used as a intermediate in chemical industry for producing esters of PTBBA, a chain stop agent in resins. It used as a potent yeast sirtuin (Sir2p) inhibitor.
SolubilityInsoluble in water.
NotesStore in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area. Store away from oxidizing agent.