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4 tert butylcatechol
4-tert-Butylcatechol is an organic chemical compound along with the molecular formula C10H14O2 which is a derivative of catechol. It is added as a stabilizer and an inhibitor of polymerization to butadiene, styrene, vinyl acetate and other reactive monomer streams. It is 25 times better than hydroquinone at 60 degree celsius for polymerization inhibitory effect. Also used as a stabilizer in the manufacture of polyurethane foam.