Description

4'-Butyl-4-Biphenylcarbonitrile is a high-purity organic compound belonging to the biphenylcarbonitrile class. This specialty chemical is valued for its role as a key intermediate and functional material in advanced manufacturing processes. It is essential for research and production in the electronics, liquid crystal display (LCD), and pharmaceutical industries, where precise molecular structure and purity are critical for performance.

Application

• Liquid Crystal (LC) Material Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of nematic liquid crystals for display technologies.
• Electronic Chemicals: Used in the development of organic semiconductors and electronic functional materials.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a building block for the synthesis of more complex active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Advanced Material Research: A key compound in R&D for novel polymers, dyes, and non-linear optical materials.
• Chemical Synthesis: Employed in organic synthesis as a versatile nitrile-containing biphenyl derivative.

Basic Information

Product Name	4'-Butyl-4-Biphenylcarbonitrile
CAS No.	52709-83-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₇H₁₇N
Molecular Weight	235.33 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Cyano-4'-butylbiphenyl; 4-Butyl-4'-cyanobiphenyl; 4'-Butyl-[1,1'-biphenyl]-4-carbonitrile; 4-Cyano-4'-n-butylbiphenyl; 4-n-Butyl-4'-cyanobiphenyl; 4'-n-Butylbiphenyl-4-carbonitrile; K15 (common LC mixture component); CBC (abbreviation)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4'-Butyl-4-Biphenylcarbonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee it meets your specific research or production requirements.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; containers must be kept tightly sealed to prevent degradation from moisture and light exposure.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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