Description

4-[(S)-(-)-2-Ethoxypropoxy]Phenyl-4-(Decyloxy)Benzoate is a high-purity, chiral liquid crystal intermediate and monomer of significant commercial importance. Its precise stereochemistry and molecular structure make it a critical building block for advanced optical and electronic materials. This compound is essential for manufacturers and R&D teams in the liquid crystal display (LCD), specialty polymer, and advanced organic synthesis sectors seeking to develop materials with specific electro-optical properties.

Application

• Key Monomer for Chiral Liquid Crystal Mixtures: A fundamental component in the synthesis of ferroelectric and chiral nematic (cholesteric) liquid crystals for display applications.
• Advanced Optical Materials: Used in the development of optical films, light-shutters, and tunable filters that require precise molecular alignment.
• Specialty Polymer Synthesis: Serves as a reactive mesogen or cross-linking agent for creating polymers with liquid crystalline properties (LCPs).
• Non-Linear Optical (NLO) Materials: Investigated for use in photonic devices due to its structured aromatic core and chiral side chain.
• Chemical Intermediate for Pharmaceutical Research: The benzoate ester and chiral ether functionalities make it a potential intermediate in sophisticated organic synthesis.
• Research & Development: A valuable compound for academic and industrial research into new mesomorphic and self-organizing materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-[(S)-(-)-2-Ethoxypropoxy]Phenyl-4-(Decyloxy)Benzoate
CAS No.	103239-85-6
Molecular Formula	C28H40O5
Molecular Weight	456.62 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(Decyloxy)benzoic acid 4-[(1S)-2-ethoxy-1-methylethoxy]phenyl ester; 4-[(S)-(-)-2-Ethoxypropoxy]phenyl 4-decyloxybenzoate; Benzoic acid, 4-decyloxy-, 4-[(1S)-2-ethoxy-1-methylethoxy]phenyl ester; (S)-4'-(2-Ethoxypropoxy)phenyl 4-decyloxybenzoate; Chiral liquid crystal monomer 103239-85-6; 4-[(S)-2-Ethoxypropoxy]phenyl 4-(decyloxy)benzoate
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Quality Control

Our 4-[(S)-(-)-2-Ethoxypropoxy]Phenyl-4-(Decyloxy)Benzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity verification by HPLC, to ensure it meets the exacting standards required for high-performance material synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and chiral excess are provided with every shipment.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee (S-enantiomer)
Melting Point	Contact for details

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