Description

4-Cyanophenyl 4-n-Hexylbenzoate is a high-purity liquid crystal intermediate and organic synthesis building block. This compound is valued for its role in the synthesis of advanced materials with specific optical and electronic properties. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the liquid crystal display (LCD) industry, advanced organic synthesis, and materials science research for developing novel functional molecules.

Application

• Liquid Crystal Synthesis: A key intermediate in the production of nematic and smectic liquid crystals for display technologies.
• Advanced Organic Electronics: Used as a building block for organic semiconductors and photoconductive materials.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of complex molecules with potential biological activity.
• Nonlinear Optical Materials: Employed in research for developing materials with second-harmonic generation (SHG) properties.
• Polymer Modification: Can be incorporated into polymer chains to alter thermal stability and mesomorphic properties.
• Chemical Research: A versatile reagent for studying esterification reactions and cyano-group chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Cyanophenyl 4-n-Hexylbenzoate
CAS No.	50793-85-6
Molecular Formula	C20H21NO2
Molecular Weight	307.39 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Cyanophenyl hexylbenzoate; 4'-Hexyl[1,1'-biphenyl]-4-carbonitrile 4-carboxylate; 4-n-Hexylbiphenyl-4'-carbonitrile 4-carboxylate; 4-Cyanophenyl 4-hexylbenzoate; p-Cyanophenyl p-hexylbenzoate; Benzoic acid, 4-hexyl-, 4-cyanophenyl ester; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-4-carbonitrile, 4'-hexyl-, 4-carboxylate; LCD Intermediate 50793-85-6
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Cyanophenyl 4-n-Hexylbenzoate is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing including HPLC for purity, GC for residual solvents, and NMR/IR for structural confirmation to ensure it meets the exacting standards required for electronic and pharmaceutical applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; containers must be kept tightly sealed and away from moisture and direct light exposure to maintain stability and purity.

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%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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