Description

3-Ethylbiphenyl is a high-purity organic compound belonging to the class of alkylated biphenyls. This specialty chemical serves as a versatile intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, valued for its defined aromatic structure. It is primarily utilized by R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for developing novel compounds and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the research and synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a key precursor in the development of advanced crop protection agents and herbicides.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a core structural unit or a modifying agent in the production of liquid crystal displays (LCDs) and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in cross-coupling reactions and other catalytic processes to create complex polyaromatic systems.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Used to alter the thermal and mechanical properties of specialty polymers and epoxy resins.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in organic chemistry and materials science.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Ethylbiphenyl
CAS No.	5668-93-9
Molecular Formula	C14H14
Molecular Weight	182.26 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Ethyl-3-phenylbenzene; m-Ethylbiphenyl; 3-Phenylethylbenzene; Biphenyl, 3-ethyl-; NSC 406108
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Ethylbiphenyl is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, 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 room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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