Description

4-(Pentyloxy)-4'-Biphenylcarboxylic Acid is a high-purity biphenyl derivative characterized by its pentyloxy side chain and terminal carboxylic acid group. This compound is a critical advanced organic intermediate valued for its role in synthesizing complex molecules with tailored mesogenic and electronic properties. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical, liquid crystal, and specialty polymer industries for research and commercial production.

Application

• Liquid Crystal (LC) Manufacturing: A key precursor for synthesizing nematic and smectic liquid crystals used in displays (LCDs) and optical devices.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a building block for active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in compounds requiring rigid, biphenyl-based cores.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: Used in academic and industrial R&D for creating novel organic materials, ligands, and complex esters.
• Specialty Polymer Production: Acts as a monomer or modifier in the synthesis of high-performance polymers and polyesters with specific thermal or optical characteristics.
• Nonlinear Optical Materials: Investigated for use in the development of materials for photonics and electro-optics applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(Pentyloxy)-4'-Biphenylcarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	59748-15-1
Molecular Formula	C18H20O3
Molecular Weight	284.35 g/mol
Synonyms	4'-Pentyloxy[1,1'-biphenyl]-4-carboxylic Acid; 4-(Pentyloxy)biphenyl-4'-carboxylic Acid; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-4-carboxylic Acid, 4'-(pentyloxy)-; 4-Pentyloxy-4'-biphenylcarboxylic Acid; p-Pentyloxybiphenyl-4'-carboxylic Acid; 4'-Carboxy-4-pentyloxybiphenyl
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 4-(Pentyloxy)-4'-Biphenylcarboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards for purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and organic solvents. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

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.