Description

4-n-Octadecyloxybiphenyl is a high-purity, synthetic biphenyl derivative characterized by its long-chain alkoxy substituent. This compound is valued for its role as a key intermediate in advanced material synthesis and as a structural component in liquid crystal and polymer research. It is primarily sought by R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the specialty chemicals, advanced materials, and electronics sectors for developing novel functional materials.

Application

• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a crucial intermediate or mesogenic core in the synthesis of thermotropic liquid crystals for display technologies.
• Organic Synthesis Intermediate: Used as a building block for creating more complex molecules in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research.
• Polymer Additives: Acts as a modifier or stabilizer in specialty polymer formulations to alter physical properties.
• Material Science Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for studying self-assembly, phase behavior, and molecular ordering.
• Electronic Chemicals: Investigated for potential use in organic semiconductors and other electronic material applications.
• Reference Standard: Used as an analytical standard in chromatography and spectroscopy for quality control and method development.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-n-Octadecyloxybiphenyl
CAS No.	376609-78-8
Molecular Formula	C30H46O
Molecular Weight	422.69 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(Octadecyloxy)biphenyl; 4-Octadecyloxy-1,1'-biphenyl; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-4-ol, 4'-octadecyl-; p-Octadecyloxybiphenyl; Biphenyl, 4-octadecyloxy-; 4-n-Octadecyloxy-1,1'-biphenyl; 4-(Stearyloxy)biphenyl
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-n-Octadecyloxybiphenyl is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability, consistency, and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.