Description

(S)-(+)-4'-(2-Methylbutoxy)-4-Biphenylcarbonitrile is a high-purity chiral liquid crystal intermediate and advanced pharmaceutical building block. This compound is critical for applications requiring precise stereochemistry and specific mesogenic properties. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the liquid crystal display (LCD) industry and by research organizations developing novel chiral materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• Liquid Crystal Mixtures: A key chiral dopant and intermediate for ferroelectric and chiral nematic (cholesteric) liquid crystal formulations used in advanced display technologies.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Serves as a sophisticated chiral building block for the research and development of novel therapeutic compounds.
• Non-Linear Optical Materials: Used in the development of materials for photonic applications due to its biphenyl core and chiral center.
• Organic Electronics: Investigated as a component in organic semiconductors and other electronic materials research.
• Chemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for studying chirality, self-assembly, and molecular recognition processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	(S)-(+)-4'-(2-Methylbutoxy)-4-Biphenylcarbonitrile
CAS No.	58600-86-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₈H₁₉NO
Molecular Weight	265.35 g/mol
Synonyms	(S)-4'-(2-Methylbutoxy)-[1,1'-biphenyl]-4-carbonitrile; (S)-(+)-4-Cyano-4'-(2-methylbutoxy)biphenyl; (S)-4'-(2-Methylbutoxy)biphenyl-4-carbonitrile; (S)-2-Methylbutyl 4'-cyano-[1,1'-biphenyl]-4-yl ether; (S)-4-(4-Cyanophenyl)phenyl 2-methylbutyl ether; LC Dopant 58600-86-5; (S)-enantiomer of 4'-(2-Methylbutoxy)-4-biphenylcarbonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (S)-(+)-4'-(2-Methylbutoxy)-4-Biphenylcarbonitrile is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch is characterized and tested to ensure high chiral purity and chemical identity, with key parameters including optical rotation, enantiomeric excess (e.e.), and chemical purity by HPLC. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0% e.e.
Specific Optical Rotation	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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