Description

1,1'-Biphenyl, 4-Methyl-4'-(Phenylmethyl)- is a specialized biphenyl derivative, a key structural motif in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters as a versatile high-purity intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures, offering precise functionalization for performance-driven applications. It is primarily needed by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors seeking reliable building blocks for novel active ingredients and functional polymers.

Application

This biphenyl derivative serves as a critical synthetic intermediate in several high-value industrial and research domains:

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those requiring a rigid, lipophilic biphenyl core.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a precursor for developing novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: A key building block for creating advanced organic electronic materials due to its stable, conjugated structure.
• Polymer Chemistry: Incorporated as a monomer or cross-linking agent to enhance the thermal and mechanical properties of specialty polymers.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Employed in academic and industrial research as a ligand precursor or a model compound in catalytic studies.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,1'-Biphenyl, 4-Methyl-4'-(Phenylmethyl)-
CAS No.	216017-01-5
Molecular Formula	C20H18
Molecular Weight	258.36 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methyl-4'-(phenylmethyl)-1,1'-biphenyl; 4'-Methyl-4-(phenylmethyl)biphenyl; 4-Benzyl-4'-methylbiphenyl; p-Methyl-p'-benzylbiphenyl; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-4-methyl-4'-(phenylmethyl)-; Biphenyl, 4-methyl-4'-(phenylmethyl)-; 4-(Benzyl)-4'-methylbiphenyl
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 1,1'-Biphenyl, 4-Methyl-4'-(Phenylmethyl)- adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles. We support custom synthesis and can tailor specifications to meet specific research or cGMP starting material requirements.

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. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.