Description

Benzyloxycyanobiphenyl CAS NO 117571-49-0 is a specialized biphenyl derivative featuring both benzyloxy and cyano functional groups, making it a valuable advanced intermediate in fine chemical synthesis. This compound is critical for research and development in high-performance materials due to its unique molecular architecture. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and liquid crystal display (LCD) industries for creating novel compounds with specific electronic or steric properties.

Application

• Liquid Crystal (LC) Material Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of nematic and smectic liquid crystals for display technologies.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring rigid, biphenyl-based scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a building block for advanced herbicides and fungicides, leveraging its structural stability.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Research: Investigated as a core structure for electron-transport or host materials in OLED devices.
• Polymer Modifier: Can be incorporated into polymer chains to enhance thermal stability and optical properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile starting material for cross-coupling reactions and other catalytic processes in academic and industrial labs.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzyloxycyanobiphenyl
CAS No.	117571-49-0
Molecular Formula	C20H15NO
Molecular Weight	285.34 g/mol
Synonyms	4'-Benzyloxy-4-cyanobiphenyl; 4-Cyano-4'-benzyloxybiphenyl; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-4-carbonitrile, 4'-(phenylmethoxy)-; 4-(Benzyloxy)-[1,1'-biphenyl]-4-carbonitrile; 4'-Benzyloxybiphenyl-4-carbonitrile; Benzyloxycyanobiphenyl; BOCB (abbreviation); 4-Cyano-4'-benzyloxy-1,1'-biphenyl
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Benzyloxycyanobiphenyl is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and 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 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.