Description

2-Butoxybiphenyl is a high-purity organic compound belonging to the class of aromatic ethers. It serves as a versatile intermediate and functional additive in advanced chemical synthesis and material science. This product is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries seeking reliable, high-quality building blocks for their processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other complex organic molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a key precursor or intermediate in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a core structure or side-chain component in the development of advanced electronic display materials.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Employed as a plasticizer or compatibilizing agent to modify the properties of specialty polymers and epoxy resins.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in cross-coupling reactions and other organic transformations to introduce the biphenyl moiety.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in medicinal chemistry and material science.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Butoxybiphenyl
CAS No.	55059-22-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₁₈O
Molecular Weight	226.31 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Butoxy-1,1'-biphenyl; o-Butoxybiphenyl; 1,1'-Biphenyl, 2-butoxy-; Biphenyl, 2-butoxy-; 2-Biphenylyl butyl ether; Butyl 2-biphenylyl ether
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Quality Control

Our 2-Butoxybiphenyl is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting standards for industrial and research use. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

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). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content	≤ 0.5%

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