Description

4-Butyl-4'-Iodobiphenyl is a high-purity, synthetic organic compound featuring a biphenyl core substituted with an iodine atom and a butyl chain at the para positions. This specific molecular architecture makes it a valuable advanced intermediate for research and development in material science and fine chemical synthesis. It is primarily sought after by pharmaceutical researchers and specialty chemical manufacturers for constructing complex molecules, particularly in the development of liquid crystals and functional organic materials.

Application

• Liquid Crystal (LC) Material Synthesis: Serves as a key building block (mesogen) in the production of advanced liquid crystal compounds for display technologies.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), leveraging the iodine atom for further functionalization via cross-coupling reactions.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Research: Acts as a precursor for the synthesis of charge-transport or emissive materials in OLED devices.
• Organic Semiconductor Development: Utilized in creating π-conjugated systems for applications in organic field-effect transistors (OFETs) and photovoltaics.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: The iodine substituent allows for its use in preparing specialized ligands for metal-catalyzed reactions.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed as a standard or reference compound in methodological studies and analytical chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Butyl-4'-Iodobiphenyl
CAS No.	199982-02-0
Molecular Formula	C16H17I
Molecular Weight	336.21 g/mol
Synonyms	4'-Iodo-4-butylbiphenyl; 1-Iodo-4-(4-butylphenyl)benzene; 4-Butyl-1,1'-biphenyl-4'-yl iodide; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-4'-iodo-4-butyl; p-Butyl-p'-iodobiphenyl; 4-(4-Iodophenyl)butylbenzene; Biphenyl, 4-butyl-4'-iodo-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Butyl-4'-Iodobiphenyl is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specification results are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (typically 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
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines

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