Description

(2Z)-1,4-Diphenyl-2-Butene CAS NO 1142-21-8 is a high-purity, stereospecific organic compound belonging to the class of stilbene derivatives. This chemical serves as a versatile and critical intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought after by pharmaceutical research and fine chemical industries for applications in drug discovery and material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of potential therapeutic agents, including those with anti-inflammatory or estrogenic activity.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Used in the development of novel organic semiconductors and light-emitting materials due to its conjugated structure.
• Liquid Crystal Displays (LCDs): Acts as a precursor or dopant in the manufacture of liquid crystal compounds for display technology.
• Photopolymerization Initiators: Serves as a core component in photoinitiator systems for UV-curable coatings, inks, and adhesives.
• Fluorescent Probes & Dyes: Utilized in the creation of fluorescent markers and dyes for biological imaging and analytical chemistry.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for studying olefin metathesis, cross-coupling reactions, and other catalytic processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	(2Z)-1,4-Diphenyl-2-Butene
CAS No.	1142-21-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₁₆
Molecular Weight	208.30 g/mol
Synonyms	(Z)-1,4-Diphenyl-2-butene; (Z)-1,4-Diphenylbut-2-ene; cis-1,4-Diphenyl-2-butene; (2Z)-1,4-Diphenyl-2-butene; Stilbene, α-methyl-; (Z)-α-Methylstilbene; NSC 406924; (Z)-1,4-Diphenylbutene-2
EINECS	214-534-4

Quality Control

Every batch of our (2Z)-1,4-Diphenyl-2-Butene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles, typically determined by advanced analytical techniques like HPLC, GC, and NMR. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the stringent requirements for research and development as well as scale-up production.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	52 - 56 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.