Description

4-Propyl-4'-Cyanobiphenyl is a high-purity biphenyl derivative, specifically a cyanobiphenyl liquid crystal compound. This material is valued for its role as a key intermediate and active component in the formulation of advanced liquid crystal mixtures. It is essential for manufacturers and R&D facilities developing electro-optical devices requiring precise molecular alignment and stable mesophases. Primary industrial demand originates from the electronics and advanced materials sectors.

Application

• Liquid Crystal Displays (LCDs): A core component in nematic liquid crystal mixtures for digital watches, calculators, instrument panels, and other display technologies.
• Electro-Optic Devices: Used in the research and production of light modulators, optical switches, and tunable filters.
• Advanced Material Synthesis: Serves as a crucial organic building block for synthesizing more complex liquid crystal dimers, polymers, and dendrimers.
• Research & Development: A standard compound for studying mesomorphic behavior, phase transitions, and structure-property relationships in academic and industrial labs.
• Photonic Applications: Investigated for use in nonlinear optics and photonic crystals due to its conjugated biphenyl core.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Propyl-4'-Cyanobiphenyl
CAS No.	58743-76-3
Molecular Formula	C16H15N
Molecular Weight	221.30 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Cyano-4'-propylbiphenyl; 4'-Propyl[1,1'-biphenyl]-4-carbonitrile; 4-Propyl-4'-cyanodiphenyl; PCB; 4-Cyano-4'-propyl-1,1'-biphenyl; K15 (in some LC mixtures); Nematic liquid crystal compound 4-Cyano-4'-propylbiphenyl
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Propyl-4'-Cyanobiphenyl is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistent mesomorphic performance. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, confirming identity, purity, and impurity profiles against our stringent internal specifications.

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 heat sources and incompatible materials. This compound is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 99.0%
Melting Point	34 - 37 °C
Clear Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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