Description

4'-Acetyl-Biphenyl-4-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity organic building block featuring both acetyl and carboxylic acid functional groups on a biphenyl core. This compound matters as a versatile intermediate for synthesizing more complex molecules, particularly in advanced material science and pharmaceutical research. It is needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and liquid crystal industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) research and other therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for mesogenic compounds and electron-transport materials in display and lighting technologies.
• Polymer & Material Science: Employed as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating specialty polymers with enhanced thermal and mechanical properties.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable building block in academic and industrial laboratories for constructing complex polycyclic aromatic structures and conducting structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	4'-Acetyl-Biphenyl-4-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	114691-92-8
Molecular Formula	C15H12O3
Molecular Weight	240.26 g/mol
Synonyms	[4-(4-Acetylphenyl)phenyl]formic acid; 4'-Acetyl-1,1'-biphenyl-4-carboxylic acid; 4-Acetylbiphenyl-4'-carboxylic acid; p-Acetylbiphenyl-4-carboxylic acid; 4-Carboxy-4'-acetylbiphenyl; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-4-carboxylic acid, 4'-acetyl-; Contact for additional trade names.
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4'-Acetyl-Biphenyl-4-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric humidity.

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.