Description

5-(4-Biphenylyl)Valeric Acid is a high-purity organic compound featuring a biphenyl moiety linked to a valeric acid chain. This specific molecular architecture makes it a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced chemical synthesis. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and advanced materials sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly those targeting specific receptor interactions.
• Liquid Crystal Material Synthesis: Serves as a precursor in the production of advanced liquid crystal compounds for display technologies.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Materials: Used in the synthesis of specialized organic semiconductors and host materials for OLED devices.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or chain modifier for creating polymers with tailored thermal and optical properties.
• Chemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for studying structure-activity relationships and novel organic reactions.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Potential intermediate in the development of new, high-performance crop protection agents.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-(4-Biphenylyl)Valeric Acid
CAS No.	51994-31-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₇H₁₈O₂
Molecular Weight	254.33 g/mol
Synonyms	5-(4-Biphenylyl)pentanoic acid; 5-(1,1'-Biphenyl-4-yl)pentanoic acid; 4-Biphenylpentanoic acid; 5-(4-Phenylphenyl)valeric acid; 5-(Biphenyl-4-yl)valeric acid; 5-(p-Biphenylyl)valeric acid; 51994-31-1 (CAS Registry Number)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-(4-Biphenylyl)Valeric Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is sealed after each use to prevent degradation from atmospheric humidity.

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%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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