Description

4-n-Hexylbiphenyl-4'-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity biphenyl derivative featuring a hexyl side chain and a terminal carboxylic acid functional group. This molecular structure makes it a valuable advanced intermediate for synthesizing complex organic materials and liquid crystal compounds. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process engineers in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and advanced materials sectors for developing novel compounds with specific electronic or mesogenic properties.

Application

• Liquid Crystal Intermediate: A key building block for the synthesis of nematic and smectic liquid crystals used in display technologies.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a precursor in the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Organic Synthesis: Utilized as a versatile intermediate for constructing complex biphenyl-based structures in fine chemical production.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors, dyes, and other functional materials.
• Chemical Research: Used as a standard or reagent in academic and industrial research exploring biphenyl chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-n-Hexylbiphenyl-4'-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	59662-48-5
Molecular Formula	C19H22O2
Molecular Weight	282.38 g/mol
Synonyms	4'-Carboxy-4-hexylbiphenyl; 4-Hexyl-[1,1'-biphenyl]-4-carboxylic acid; 4-Hexylbiphenyl-4'-carboxylic acid; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-4-carboxylic acid, 4'-hexyl-; p-Hexylbiphenyl-4'-carboxylic acid; 4-n-Hexyl-4'-carboxybiphenyl
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-n-Hexylbiphenyl-4'-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and IR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment.

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.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

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