Description

Biphenyl-4-Amidoxime is a specialized organic compound featuring a biphenyl backbone functionalized with an amidoxime group. This unique structure makes it a valuable chemical intermediate and chelating agent for synthesizing more complex molecules and materials. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and polymer research sectors, where its specific reactivity is leveraged in the development of active ingredients and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent to impart specific properties like metal chelation or UV stability to polymers.
• Metal Chelation & Extraction: Its amidoxime group is effective for binding and extracting specific metal ions, useful in analytical chemistry and hydrometallurgy.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for organic synthesis and material science projects.
• Coordination Chemistry: Used to prepare ligands for catalysts and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).

Basic Information

Product Name	Biphenyl-4-Amidoxime
CAS No.	40019-44-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₂N₂O
Molecular Weight	212.25 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Amidoximobiphenyl; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-4-carboximidamide, N-hydroxy-; p-Biphenylamidoxime; 4-Biphenylamidoxime; N-Hydroxy[1,1'-biphenyl]-4-carboximidamide; 4-Carbamimidoylbiphenyl N-oxide; Biphenyl-4-carboxamidoxime
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Quality Control

Our Biphenyl-4-Amidoxime is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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