Description

4,4'-Di-n-Butoxybiphenyl is a high-purity biphenyl derivative characterized by its symmetrical alkoxy-substituted aromatic structure. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile intermediate and functional material in advanced chemical synthesis and material science. It is primarily sought by manufacturers and R&D departments in the liquid crystal, pharmaceutical, and specialty polymer industries for its specific mesogenic and chemical properties.

Application

• Liquid Crystal Intermediates: A key building block (mesogen) in the synthesis of nematic and smectic liquid crystals for display technologies.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Serves as a sophisticated intermediate in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fine chemicals.
• Polymer Science: Used as a monomer or cross-linking agent to impart specific rigidity and thermal stability to high-performance polymers.
• Organic Electronics: Investigated as a component in organic semiconductors and charge-transport materials due to its conjugated biphenyl core.
• Chemical Research: Employed as a standard or reagent in organic synthesis and materials science research.
• Dye and Pigment Industry: Acts as a precursor in the synthesis of complex organic dyes and pigments.

Basic Information

Product Name	4,4'-Di-n-Butoxybiphenyl
CAS No.	39800-63-0
Molecular Formula	C20H26O2
Molecular Weight	298.42 g/mol
Synonyms	1,1'-Biphenyl, 4,4'-dibutoxy-; 4,4'-Dibutoxybiphenyl; 4,4'-Dibutoxy-1,1'-biphenyl; p,p'-Dibutoxybiphenyl; Biphenyl, 4,4'-dibutoxy-; 4,4'-Bis(butoxy)biphenyl; 4,4'-Di-n-butyloxybiphenyl
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4,4'-Di-n-Butoxybiphenyl is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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	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.