Description

4-Ethoxy-2,3-Difluoro-4'-(trans-4-Ethylcyclohexyl)- 1,1'-Biphenyl is a high-purity, advanced organic intermediate designed for the synthesis of complex liquid crystal materials. This compound matters for its role as a key building block in creating high-performance liquid crystal mixtures with specific electro-optical properties. It is primarily needed by manufacturers in the electronics and display industries for the production of liquid crystal displays (LCDs), as well as by research institutions developing next-generation optical devices.

Application

• Liquid Crystal Mixture Synthesis: A critical intermediate for formulating high-performance nematic and ferroelectric liquid crystals used in display panels.
• Advanced Display Manufacturing: Production of active matrix LCDs (AMLCDs) for televisions, monitors, laptops, and smartphones.
• Electro-Optical Device Research: Key precursor in R&D for novel liquid crystal phases, light modulators, and optical shutters.
• Specialty Chemical Intermediates: Serves as a versatile building block for synthesizing other fluorinated biphenyl derivatives with tailored properties.
• Photonics and Non-Linear Optics: Potential use in the development of materials for waveguides and frequency conversion applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Ethoxy-2,3-Difluoro-4'-(trans-4-Ethylcyclohexyl)- 1,1'-Biphenyl
CAS No.	323178-01-4
Molecular Formula	C22H26F2O
Molecular Weight	344.44 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Ethoxy-2,3-difluoro-4'-(trans-4-ethylcyclohexyl)biphenyl; 4-(trans-4-Ethylcyclohexyl)-4''-ethoxy-2',3'-difluoro-1,1':4',1''-terphenyl; 2,3-Difluoro-4-ethoxy-4'-(trans-4-ethylcyclohexyl)biphenyl; 4-Ethoxy-2,3-difluoro-4'-(4-ethylcyclohexyl)-1,1'-biphenyl (trans-); LCD Intermediate 323178-01-4; Biphenyl, 4-ethoxy-2,3-difluoro-4'-(trans-4-ethylcyclohexyl)-; EDFECB
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Quality Control

Our 4-Ethoxy-2,3-Difluoro-4'-(trans-4-Ethylcyclohexyl)- 1,1'-Biphenyl is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity, critical for electronic applications. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles as verified by HPLC, GC, and NMR. Our quality commitment aligns with the stringent requirements of the electronics and advanced materials industries.

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). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong alkalis and fluorides. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent contamination and moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 99.0% (Area %)
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 1.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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