Description

4'-n-Butoxybenzylidene-4-Cyanoaniline CAS NO 36405-17-1 is a high-purity liquid crystal compound belonging to the cyanobiphenyl family, a critical class of materials for advanced electro-optical applications. Its precise molecular structure is engineered to deliver stable and predictable mesomorphic properties, which are essential for consistent performance in display technologies. This compound is primarily required by manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the electronics, photonics, and advanced materials sectors.

Application

• Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) Components: A key intermediate or dopant in the formulation of nematic liquid crystal mixtures for digital watches, calculators, and instrument panels.
• Electro-Optic Device Research: Used in academic and industrial R&D for developing new liquid crystal phases, studying mesogen behavior, and prototyping novel display technologies.
• Optical Shutters and Modulators: Employed in devices that control light intensity or polarization for telecommunications and imaging systems.
• Temperature Sensors: Utilizes the compound's distinct phase transition temperatures for precise thermal sensing applications.
• Specialty Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a sophisticated building block or chiral dopant precursor for synthesizing more complex liquid crystal molecules and advanced organic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	4'-n-Butoxybenzylidene-4-Cyanoaniline
CAS No.	36405-17-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₈H₁₈N₂O
Molecular Weight	278.35 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Cyano-4'-butoxybenzylideneaniline; 4-[(4-Butoxyphenyl)methylideneamino]benzonitrile; 4'-Butoxybenzylidene-4-cyanoaniline; N-(4-Cyanophenyl)-4-butoxybenzylideneimine; 4-Butoxybenzylidene-4'-cyanoaniline; Liquid Crystal 36405-17-1; 4-n-Butoxybenzylidene-4'-cyanoaniline
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Quality Control

Every batch of 4'-n-Butoxybenzylidene-4-Cyanoaniline is produced and tested under strict quality management protocols to ensure it meets the exacting standards required for electronic-grade materials. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and phase transition verification, to ensure compliance with industry specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and physical properties are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its light-sensitive nature, handling and packaging should minimize exposure to direct light.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to pale yellow crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0% (Area %)
Melting Point / Phase Transition	As per COA (Typically defined range)
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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