Description

[Trans(Trans)]-1,1'-Biphenyl, 4-(4-Ethylcyclohexyl)-4'-(4-Methylcyclohexyl) is a high-purity, structurally defined biphenyl derivative with significant utility in advanced material synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key intermediate or building block in the development of liquid crystal materials and specialty polymers, where precise molecular geometry is critical for performance. It is primarily needed by manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the electronics, display technology, and high-performance polymer industries seeking to develop materials with specific optical and thermal properties.

Application

• Liquid Crystal Displays (LCDs): Serves as a core intermediate in the synthesis of liquid crystal mixtures for high-resolution screens, contributing to improved response times and thermal stability.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Used in the development of host or transport materials within OLED device architectures to enhance efficiency and color purity.
• Advanced Polymer Synthesis: Acts as a monomer or rigid spacer unit in the production of high-performance engineering plastics and specialty polyesters with enhanced mechanical strength.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Employed in organic synthesis for constructing complex, sterically defined biphenyl cores found in certain active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Non-linear Optical (NLO) Materials: Investigated as a component in materials for photonic applications, including frequency doubling and optical signal processing, due to its conjugated biphenyl structure.
• Chemical Research & Development: Provides a versatile, high-purity building block for academic and industrial research into new functional materials and molecular systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	[Trans(Trans)]-1,1'-Biphenyl, 4-(4-Ethylcyclohexyl)-4'-(4-Methylcyclohexyl)
CAS No.	104021-92-3
Molecular Formula	C28H38
Molecular Weight	374.60 g/mol
Synonyms	4'-(4-Ethylcyclohexyl)-4-(4-methylcyclohexyl)-1,1'-biphenyl; 4-(4-Ethylcyclohexyl)-4'-(4-methylcyclohexyl)biphenyl; 1,1'-Biphenyl, 4-(4-ethylcyclohexyl)-4'-(4-methylcyclohexyl)-, trans,trans-; Biphenyl derivative LC-1; ECHMCH-Biphenyl; 4,4'-Bis(cyclohexyl)biphenyl derivative; Trans,trans-isomer of C28H38 biphenyl
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Quality Control

Our [Trans(Trans)]-1,1'-Biphenyl, 4-(4-Ethylcyclohexyl)-4'-(4-Methylcyclohexyl) is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC and GC analysis, to ensure high chemical purity and isomeric consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is light-sensitive (store away from light) and easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere). For long-term storage, maintaining an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) is recommended to preserve product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0% (Area %)
Isomeric Purity (trans,trans-)	≥ 95.0%
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.