Description

4-Formylphenyl [1,1'-Biphenyl]-4-Carboxylate is a high-purity organic intermediate featuring both a formyl and a biphenyl carboxylate functional group, making it a versatile building block for advanced synthesis. This compound is valued for its role in creating complex molecular architectures, particularly in the development of specialty polymers and functional materials. It is essential for R&D and production chemists in the pharmaceutical, liquid crystal, and advanced organic electronics industries seeking to incorporate rigid, conjugated structures into their target molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates, particularly those requiring biphenyl-based scaffolds.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Used in the development of nematic and smectic liquid crystals for display technologies, where its rigid, linear structure contributes to desired mesogenic properties.
• Organic Semiconductor Synthesis: Acts as a building block for organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), field-effect transistors (OFETs), and other electronic materials due to its conjugated system.
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed in the production of high-performance polymers, such as polyesters and polyamides, where it can introduce photoactive or cross-linking capabilities.
• Metal-Organic Framework (MOF) Linker: Utilized as an organic linker in the construction of MOFs for gas storage, separation, and catalysis applications.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial research in organic synthesis and materials science.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Formylphenyl [1,1'-Biphenyl]-4-Carboxylate
CAS No.	303058-49-3
Molecular Formula	C20H14O3
Molecular Weight	302.33 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Formylphenyl 4-phenylbenzoate; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-4-carboxylic acid 4-formylphenyl ester; 4'-Formylphenylbiphenyl-4-carboxylate; 4-(4-Carboxybiphenyl)phenyl formate (tautomeric form); Biphenyl-4-carboxylic acid 4-formylphenyl ester; p-Formylphenyl biphenyl-4'-carboxylate; 4-Hydroxybenzaldehyde biphenyl-4-carboxylate (deprotonated form).
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Formylphenyl [1,1'-Biphenyl]-4-Carboxylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and FT-IR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. For custom synthesis or specific purity requirements (e.g., >99% HPLC), please contact our technical sales team to discuss your project 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 (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider keeping under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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