Description

1,1'-Biphenyl, 4-Ethoxy-2,3-Difluoro-4'-Methyl- is a high-purity, fluorinated biphenyl derivative designed for advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is valued for its role as a sophisticated pharmaceutical intermediate and a key building block in the development of novel organic electronic materials. It is essential for R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to incorporate complex, functionalized biphenyl cores into their target molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a difluorinated, ethoxy-substituted biphenyl scaffold.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of advanced herbicides and pesticides, where the fluorine atoms enhance biological activity and metabolic stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a core structure in the production of specialty chemicals for electronic displays, leveraging its rigid biphenyl framework and tailored substituents.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Development: Acts as a building block for host or transport materials in OLED devices due to its potential electronic properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial labs for exploring new reactions and creating libraries of complex aromatic compounds.
• Specialty Polymer Modification: Can be incorporated as a monomer or additive to impart specific properties like thermal stability or altered refractive index to high-performance polymers.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,1'-Biphenyl, 4-Ethoxy-2,3-Difluoro-4'-Methyl-
CAS No.	475644-24-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₅H₁₄F₂O
Molecular Weight	248.27 g/mol
Synonyms	4'-Methyl-4-ethoxy-2,3-difluorobiphenyl; 4-Ethoxy-2,3-difluoro-4'-methylbiphenyl; 2,3-Difluoro-4-ethoxy-4'-methyl-1,1'-biphenyl; Biphenyl, 4-ethoxy-2,3-difluoro-4'-methyl-; 4-Ethoxy-2,3-difluoro-4'-methyl-1,1'-biphenyl
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,1'-Biphenyl, 4-Ethoxy-2,3-Difluoro-4'-Methyl- is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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