Description

4-Biphenylcarbonyl Chloride is a versatile and highly reactive aromatic acid chloride derivative. This compound serves as a critical building block in organic synthesis, enabling the efficient introduction of the biphenylcarbonyl moiety. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors who require high-purity intermediates for complex molecule construction.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with biphenyl-based structures for therapeutic agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection chemicals where the biphenyl unit enhances biological activity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Acts as a fundamental building block for creating advanced organic electronic materials and liquid crystal compounds.
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed as a monomer or modifying agent to synthesize specialty polymers with specific thermal or optical properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: A valuable reagent for peptide coupling, esterification, and amidation reactions in research and development laboratories.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate in the production of complex dyes and organic pigments.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Biphenylcarbonyl Chloride
CAS No.	14002-51-8
Molecular Formula	C13H9ClO
Molecular Weight	216.66 g/mol
Synonyms	[4-Phenylbenzoyl] chloride; p-Phenylbenzoyl chloride; 4-Phenylbenzoic acid chloride; Biphenyl-4-carbonyl chloride; (1,1'-Biphenyl)-4-carbonyl chloride; p-Biphenylcarbonyl chloride; 4-Biphenylcarboxylic acid chloride
EINECS	237-808-5

Quality Control

Our 4-Biphenylcarbonyl Chloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and reacts vigorously with water, strong acids, and bases. Keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term storage to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	95 - 100 °C
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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