Description

(R)-4-[(1-Methylheptyloxy)Carbonyl]Phenyl 4'-Octyloxy-4-Biphenylcarboxylate is a high-purity, chiral liquid crystal compound designed for advanced material science applications. Its precise stereochemistry and molecular architecture are critical for modulating the optical and electro-optical properties of liquid crystal mixtures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers developing next-generation liquid crystal displays (LCDs), optical switches, and tunable photonic devices where specific molecular alignment and chirality are required.

Application

• Key Component in Ferroelectric & Chiral Nematic Liquid Crystal Mixtures: Serves as a chiral dopant or a host mesogen to induce or enhance helical twisting power (HTP) for display and optical applications.
• Advanced Display Technology R&D: Used in the research and development of high-performance LCDs, including ferroelectric LCDs (FLCDs) and polymer-dispersed liquid crystals (PDLCs).
• Electro-Optic Device Fabrication: Integral in the production of optical modulators, tunable filters, and light shutters that require fast switching and precise light control.
• Photonic and Laser Technology: Employed in the creation of chiral photonic crystals and laser beam steering devices due to its ability to manipulate polarized light.
• Material Science Research: A valuable standard and building block for studying structure-property relationships in chiral organic materials and supramolecular assemblies.

Basic Information

Product Name	(R)-4-[(1-Methylheptyloxy)Carbonyl]Phenyl 4'-Octyloxy-4-Biphenylcarboxylate
CAS No.	123286-51-1
Molecular Formula	C36H46O5
Molecular Weight	558.75 g/mol
Synonyms	(R)-4-(1-Methylheptyloxycarbonyl)phenyl 4'-octyloxy[1,1'-biphenyl]-4-carboxylate; (R)-4'-Octyloxy-4-biphenylcarboxylic Acid 4-[(1-Methylheptyloxy)carbonyl]phenyl Ester; Chiral Biphenyl Benzoate Liquid Crystal; (R)-MHPOBC (common abbreviation); (R)-4-(1-Methylheptyloxycarbonyl)phenyl 4'-octyloxybiphenyl-4-carboxylate; (R)-4-Octyloxy-4'-biphenylcarboxylic Acid 4-(1-Methylheptyloxycarbonyl)phenyl Ester; (R)-enantiomer of a chiral smectic C liquid crystal.
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Quality Control

Our production of (R)-4-[(1-Methylheptyloxy)Carbonyl]Phenyl 4'-Octyloxy-4-Biphenylcarboxylate adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure exceptional enantiomeric purity and chemical consistency, which are non-negotiable for high-end electro-optic applications. Every batch is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including chiral HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, enantiomeric excess, and full spectroscopic data are provided to guarantee material integrity for your critical research and production processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This compound is light-sensitive (store away from light) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere when appropriate to prevent degradation. Keep away from strong acids and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid or powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0% (Area %)
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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