Description

4-[(S)-2-Methylbutoxy]Benzoic Acid 4-Cyanophenyl Ester is a high-purity chiral liquid crystal intermediate with significant value in advanced material synthesis. This compound is critical for the development of ferroelectric and chiral nematic liquid crystal mixtures used in high-performance optical devices. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the electronics, photonics, and specialty chemical industries for research and production of next-generation displays and optical components.

Application

• Key Intermediate for Liquid Crystal Displays (LCDs): A crucial building block in the synthesis of ferroelectric liquid crystals (FLCs) and chiral dopants for twisted nematic (TN) and super-twisted nematic (STN) displays.
• Advanced Optical Materials: Used in the research and production of optical shutters, light modulators, and tunable filters for photonic applications.
• Non-Linear Optical (NLO) Materials: Serves as a precursor for compounds with potential second-harmonic generation (SHG) properties.
• Organic Synthesis & Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Its chiral benzoate structure makes it a valuable synthon for complex organic molecules in medicinal chemistry research.
• Specialty Polymer Additives: Can be incorporated into polymers to induce chiral phases or modify optical properties.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	4-[(S)-2-Methylbutoxy]Benzoic Acid 4-Cyanophenyl Ester
CAS No.	117709-26-9
Molecular Formula	C20H21NO3
Molecular Weight	323.39 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Cyanophenyl 4-[(2S)-2-methylbutoxy]benzoate; 4'-[(S)-2-Methylbutoxy]biphenyl-4-carboxylic acid 4-cyanophenyl ester; (S)-4-Cyanophenyl 4-(2-methylbutoxy)benzoate; Benzoic acid, 4-[(2S)-2-methylbutoxy]-, 4-cyanophenyl ester; 4-(2-Methylbutoxy)benzoic acid 4-cyanophenyl ester (S-enantiomer); Liquid crystal intermediate 117709-26-9; Chiral liquid crystal ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 4-[(S)-2-Methylbutoxy]Benzoic Acid 4-Cyanophenyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. We employ advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, and chiral analysis to ensure high enantiomeric purity and chemical consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, chiral excess, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee it meets your specific research or production-grade requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, open flames, and incompatible materials. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee
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.