Description

3-([1,1'-Biphenyl]-4-Yloxy)Propane-1,2-Diol is a high-purity organic chemical intermediate featuring a biphenyl ether core linked to a propanediol moiety. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile building block in the synthesis of advanced materials and specialty chemicals. It is primarily sought by R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, liquid crystal, and polymer industries for creating novel compounds with specific functional properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for non-steroidal structures.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Used in the synthesis of monomers and compounds for liquid crystal displays (LCDs) due to the rigid biphenyl core and flexible diol chain.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent to introduce rigidity and specific functional groups into polymer backbones, enhancing material properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial research for constructing complex molecules, leveraging the reactivity of the diol and the aromatic ether.
• Agrochemical Research: Investigated as a potential intermediate in the development of novel herbicides or plant growth regulators.
• Electronic Chemicals: Explored for use in organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and other electronic materials where specific molecular architecture is required.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-([1,1'-Biphenyl]-4-Yloxy)Propane-1,2-Diol
CAS No.	1940-49-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₅H₁₆O₃
Molecular Weight	244.29 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(3,4-Dihydroxypropoxy)biphenyl; 1,1'-Biphenyl-4-ol, 4-(2,3-dihydroxypropoxy)-; 3-(4-Biphenylyloxy)-1,2-propanediol; 3-(Biphenyl-4-yloxy)propane-1,2-diol; 4-(2,3-Dihydroxypropoxy)biphenyl; 1,2-Propanediol, 3-([1,1'-biphenyl]-4-yloxy)-; NSC 403796
EINECS	217-738-9

Quality Control

Our 3-([1,1'-Biphenyl]-4-Yloxy)Propane-1,2-Diol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment.

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	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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