Process for the preparation of sterically hindered bisphenols or polyphenols

摘要

Sterically hindered bisphenols or polyphenols of the general formula wherein the substituents are defined in Claim 1, are obtained by reacting sterically hindered 2,4,6-trialkylphenols with acetals or with aldehydes or with cyclic or linear polymers of these aldehydes at a temperature of 60 to 200 DEG C in the presence of an acid catatlyst. The sterically hindered bisphenols or polyphenols may be used, for example, as effective, non-staining, non-toxic and low-volatility stabilisers for natural and synthetic rubbers, plastics and other organic products.