Description

4-Pentylphenyl 4-Propylbenzoate is a high-purity liquid crystal compound and a key intermediate in the synthesis of advanced materials. This compound matters for its role in creating specific mesogenic phases, which are essential for the performance of modern liquid crystal displays and optical devices. Industries such as advanced electronics, specialty chemical manufacturing, and materials science research require this precise chemical for developing next-generation optoelectronic components.

Application

• As a crucial intermediate in the synthesis of liquid crystal mixtures for display technologies (LCDs).
• In the research and development of advanced organic electro-optic materials and non-linear optical (NLO) compounds.
• As a key component in the formulation of specialty monomers for polymer-dispersed liquid crystal (PDLC) films.
• For use in scientific research involving the study of mesophase behavior and structure-property relationships.
• In the production of tunable optical filters and light-modulating devices.
• As a building block for ferroelectric and antiferroelectric liquid crystal materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Pentylphenyl 4-Propylbenzoate
CAS No.	50649-60-0
Molecular Formula	C21H26O2
Molecular Weight	310.43 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Pentylphenyl 4-propylbenzoate; 4-Propylbenzoic Acid 4-Pentylphenyl Ester; 4-Pentylphenyl p-propylbenzoate; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-4-carboxylic acid, 4'-pentyl-4-propyl-, 4-pentylphenyl ester; 4'-Pentyl-4-propyl[1,1'-biphenyl]-4-carboxylic acid 4-pentylphenyl ester; Liquid Crystal Intermediate 50649-60-0; 4PP4PB
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Quality Control

Our 4-Pentylphenyl 4-Propylbenzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. The product undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to meet the exacting standards required for electronic-grade materials. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your technical specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C/59-77°F). Due to its light-sensitive nature and propensity for oxidation, it is recommended to store the material under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term stability. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0% (Area %)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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