Description

4-(p-Biphenylyl)-3-Hydroxybutyric Acid is a specialized organic compound featuring a biphenyl core linked to a hydroxybutyric acid moiety, making it a valuable chiral building block and intermediate. This compound matters for its role in the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical research and fine chemical manufacturing. It is needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material industries seeking to introduce specific biphenyl-based structural motifs.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral precursor in the synthesis of potential active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those targeting central nervous system or inflammatory pathways.
• Liquid Crystal Material Research: Serves as a starting material or dopant in the development of advanced organic electronic materials and liquid crystal displays (LCDs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides or plant growth regulators that leverage the biphenyl structure.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in asymmetric synthesis and cross-coupling reactions to construct more complex, functionalized organic molecules.
• Biochemical Probe Development: Potential use in creating molecular probes for studying enzyme interactions or biological pathways due to its specific stereochemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(p-Biphenylyl)-3-Hydroxybutyric Acid
CAS No.	6845-17-6
Molecular Formula	C16H16O3
Molecular Weight	256.30 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(4-Biphenylyl)-3-hydroxybutyric acid; 3-Hydroxy-4-(4-phenylphenyl)butanoic acid; 4-Biphenyl-4-yl-3-hydroxy-butyric acid; γ-Oxo-4-biphenylylbutyric acid (related); Biphenyl-4-yl-γ-hydroxybutyric acid; 4-(1,1'-Biphenyl-4-yl)-3-hydroxybutanoic acid; (RS)-4-(Biphenyl-4-yl)-3-hydroxybutyric acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-(p-Biphenylyl)-3-Hydroxybutyric Acid is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and chiral purity assessment, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The product may be hygroscopic; keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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