Description

2-Chlorophenyl 4-Biphenylcarboxylate is a specialized organic ester compound with the CAS number 496033-86-4. This high-purity intermediate is valued for its role in advanced synthesis, particularly in the development of liquid crystal materials and functional polymers. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, advanced materials, and specialty chemical industries for creating novel compounds with specific optical and electronic properties.

Application

• Liquid Crystal (LC) Material Synthesis: A key intermediate in the production of liquid crystal monomers and mixtures for display technologies.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Serves as a functional monomer or additive to impart specific thermal or optical characteristics to advanced polymers.
• Organic Electronic Materials: A building block in the synthesis of materials for organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and other electronic applications.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for academic and industrial research in organic synthesis and material science.
• Specialty Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of complex colorants and functional dyes.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Chlorophenyl 4-Biphenylcarboxylate
CAS No.	496033-86-4
Molecular Formula	C19H13ClO2
Molecular Weight	308.76 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Biphenylcarboxylic Acid 2-Chlorophenyl Ester; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-4-carboxylic Acid 2-Chlorophenyl Ester; 2-Chlorophenyl Biphenyl-4-carboxylate; p-Phenylbenzoic Acid 2-Chlorophenyl Ester; 2-Chlorophenyl 4-Phenylbenzoate; (2-Chlorophenyl) [1,1'-Biphenyl]-4-carboxylate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Chlorophenyl 4-Biphenylcarboxylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency suitable for demanding R&D and production applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment.

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 (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (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.