Description

n-Biphenyl-2-Yl-Formamide CAS NO 5346-21-4 is a specialized organic compound belonging to the formamide class, featuring a biphenyl moiety. This chemical serves as a valuable building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the creation of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought after by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science research and development teams for the development of new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or possessing specific receptor-binding profiles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new-generation herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Acts as a core structure or intermediate for developing organic semiconductors, charge-transport materials, or emissive layers in display technologies.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce biphenyl-formamide functional groups into polymer chains to alter thermal stability, solubility, or mechanical properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Serves as a versatile reagent in cross-coupling reactions, amidation processes, and other catalytic transformations in fine chemical production.
• Chemical Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new synthetic methodologies and creating compound libraries for screening.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	n-Biphenyl-2-Yl-Formamide
CAS No.	5346-21-4
Molecular Formula	C13H11NO
Molecular Weight	197.23 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Biphenylylformamide; N-(Biphenyl-2-yl)formamide; 2-Formamidobiphenyl; N-(2-Phenylphenyl)formamide; Biphenyl-2-carboxamide; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-2-carboxamide; 2-Biphenylcarboxamide; (1,1'-Biphenyl-2-yl)formamide
EINECS	226-300-1

Quality Control

Our n-Biphenyl-2-Yl-Formamide is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR, and loss on drying analysis. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for every shipment to ensure compliance with your research and production specifications.

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 exclude moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.