Description

4-Biphenylcarbonitrile CAS NO 27104-69-4 is a versatile aromatic nitrile compound that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its biphenyl core and cyano functional group make it a valuable intermediate for creating complex molecular architectures. This high-purity chemical is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with biphenyl motifs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of modern herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides requiring specific aromatic frameworks.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a fundamental building block for creating charge-transport materials, host materials, and emissive layers in display technologies.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for transition metal catalysis and asymmetric synthesis.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Incorporated into polymer chains to modify thermal stability, rigidity, and chemical resistance of high-performance engineering plastics.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Acts as an electron-transport material or a core unit in the synthesis of novel emitters for efficient display and lighting applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Biphenylcarbonitrile
CAS No.	27104-69-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₉N
Molecular Weight	179.22 g/mol
Synonyms	[4-Cyanobiphenyl]; 4-Phenylbenzonitrile; p-Biphenylcarbonitrile; p-Cyanobiphenyl; 4-Cyanodiphenyl; NSC 403107; 1,1'-Biphenyl-4-carbonitrile; 4-Biphenylnitrile
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Quality Control

Our 4-Biphenylcarbonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, 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
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Melting Point	95°C - 100°C
Loss on Drying	≤0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤20 ppm

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