Description

(Trans,Trans)-4-(Chloromethyl)-4'-Pentyl-1,1'-Bicyclohexyl is a high-purity liquid crystal intermediate and chiral building block of significant commercial interest. This compound is valued for its rigid bicyclohexyl core and functional chloromethyl group, which enable precise molecular engineering in advanced materials. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the liquid crystal display (LCD) industry and by research chemists developing pharmaceuticals and functional organic materials.

Application

• Liquid Crystal Synthesis: A key intermediate for manufacturing nematic and chiral liquid crystals used in LCD panels, optical films, and tunable lenses.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a chiral building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Advanced Material Research: Used in the development of organic semiconductors, non-linear optical (NLO) materials, and other functional polymers.
• Chemical Synthesis: The reactive chloromethyl group allows for further functionalization, making it a versatile precursor in organic synthesis.
• Analytical Standards: Provides a high-purity reference standard for quality control and research in material science laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	(Trans,Trans)-4-(Chloromethyl)-4'-Pentyl-1,1'-Bicyclohexyl
CAS No.	321308-93-4
Molecular Formula	C18H33Cl
Molecular Weight	284.91 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(Chloromethyl)-4'-pentyl-1,1'-bicyclohexyl (trans,trans-); 4'-Pentyl-4-(chloromethyl)bicyclohexyl; 4-Chloromethyl-4'-pentylbicyclohexyl; Bicyclohexyl, 4-(chloromethyl)-4'-pentyl-, trans,trans-; LCD Intermediate 321308-93-4; 4-Pentyl-4'-(chloromethyl)bicyclohexyl; 1,1'-Bicyclohexyl, 4-(chloromethyl)-4'-pentyl-, (trans,trans)-
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Quality Control

Our (Trans,Trans)-4-(Chloromethyl)-4'-Pentyl-1,1'-Bicyclohexyl is produced under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and isomeric consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee it meets your specific R&D or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term storage to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0% (Area %)
Isomeric Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 99.0% (trans,trans- isomer)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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