Description

Phenylcyclobutane CAS NO 4392-30-7 is a versatile organic compound featuring a cyclobutane ring directly bonded to a phenyl group, serving as a valuable building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure makes it a critical intermediate for developing novel materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). This chemical is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to create complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and production of novel drug candidates, particularly those requiring rigid, lipophilic scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new-generation pesticides and herbicides where the phenylcyclobutane moiety can influence biological activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Acts as a core component or modifying unit in the synthesis of organic semiconductors and liquid crystal compounds for display technologies.
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Employed to introduce cyclobutane rings into polymer backbones, potentially altering thermal properties, rigidity, and chemical resistance.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in various name reactions (e.g., cross-coupling, cycloadditions) to construct more complex polycyclic and functionalized organic molecules in R&D settings.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Investigated as a potential intermediate for synthesizing unique aromatic compounds with specific olfactory profiles.

Basic Information

Product Name	Phenylcyclobutane
CAS No.	4392-30-7
Molecular Formula	C10H12
Molecular Weight	132.20 g/mol
Synonyms	Cyclobutylbenzene; Benzene, cyclobutyl-; Cyclobutylbenzol; Phenylcyclobutane; 1-Phenylcyclobutane; Cyclobutane, phenyl-; Cyclobutylbenzene (Phenylcyclobutane); Cyclobutane, 1-phenyl-
EINECS	224-517-8

Quality Control

Our Phenylcyclobutane is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, documenting identity, assay, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, ensuring reliability for your critical R&D and scale-up processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and concentration changes. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability, though short-term storage at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) is acceptable.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.