Description

2-Butylbiphenyl is a specialized organic compound belonging to the class of alkylated biphenyls. This chemical serves as a valuable intermediate and functional material in advanced synthesis and industrial formulations, prized for its specific aromatic structure and lipophilic properties. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing active ingredients and performance additives.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other complex organic molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a key building block in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Materials: Serves as a precursor or host material in the manufacture of electronic and optoelectronic devices.
• Liquid Crystal & Polymer Additives: Employed as a component in liquid crystal mixtures or as a plasticizer and stabilizer in polymer systems.
• Chemical Research & Development: Utilized as a standard or reagent in organic synthesis and methodological studies within R&D settings.
• Specialty Solvents & Fluids: Functions as a high-boiling point solvent or heat transfer fluid in specialized industrial processes.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	2-Butylbiphenyl
CAS No.	54532-97-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₁₈
Molecular Weight	210.32 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Butyl-1,1'-biphenyl; o-Butylbiphenyl; 1,1'-Biphenyl, 2-butyl-; Butylbiphenyl; 2-n-Butylbiphenyl; Biphenyl, 2-butyl-; NSC 163490
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Quality Control

Our 2-Butylbiphenyl 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) documenting all critical parameters 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)	≤ 0.1%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.05%

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