Description

(S)-(+)-2-Methylbutyl 4-(4-Decyloxybenzoyloxy)benzoate is a high-purity chiral liquid crystal monomer, a critical building block for advanced optical materials. Its specific stereochemistry and molecular structure are essential for inducing and controlling the helical pitch in chiral nematic and ferroelectric liquid crystal mixtures. This compound is vital for research and manufacturing in the electronics and photonics industries, where precise control over light modulation is required.

Application

• Chiral Dopant for Liquid Crystal Displays (LCDs): A key component for inducing the twisted nematic (TN) or super-twisted nematic (STN) structures essential for display functionality.
• Ferroelectric Liquid Crystal (FLC) Mixtures: Used in the formulation of fast-switching FLCs for high-speed optical shutters and spatial light modulators.
• Advanced Photonic Devices: Serves as a tunable chiral agent in lasers, optical filters, and sensors that rely on liquid crystal technology.
• Research & Development: A fundamental material for academic and industrial R&D in novel electro-optic and nonlinear optical materials.
• Specialty Optical Films: Employed in the production of films for privacy screens, smart windows, and other light-control applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	(S)-(+)-2-Methylbutyl 4-(4-Decyloxybenzoyloxy)benzoate
CAS No.	55593-53-8
Molecular Formula	C30H42O5
Molecular Weight	482.65 g/mol
Synonyms	(S)-2-Methylbutyl 4-(4-Decyloxybenzoyloxy)benzoate; (S)-(+)-2-Methylbutyl 4'-Decyloxybiphenyl-4-carboxylate; 4-(4-Decyloxybenzoyloxy)benzoic Acid (S)-(+)-2-Methylbutyl Ester; Chiral Liquid Crystal Monomer 55593-53-8; (S)-MB-DOBC; (S)-enantiomer of 2-Methylbutyl 4-(4-Decyloxybenzoyloxy)benzoate
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Quality Control

Our (S)-(+)-2-Methylbutyl 4-(4-Decyloxybenzoyloxy)benzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity verification by HPLC, to ensure consistency and performance in sensitive electro-optic applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) providing chiral excess, chemical purity, and impurity profile is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to light should be avoided to maintain chemical integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee (S-enantiomer)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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