Description

(S)-4'-(2-Methylbutyl)[1,1'-Biphenyl]-4-Carbonitrile is a high-purity chiral organic compound, specifically a biphenyl derivative with a nitrile functional group. This compound is valued for its role as a key chiral intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily required by research and development laboratories and chemical manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and advanced materials sectors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical chiral building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for liquid crystal and other chiral drug candidates.
• Liquid Crystal Material Synthesis: Used in the research and production of chiral dopants and components for liquid crystal displays (LCDs) and other electro-optical devices.
• Advanced Organic Synthesis: Acts as a versatile precursor for constructing complex molecular architectures in medicinal chemistry and materials science research.
• Asymmetric Catalysis Research: Employed as a ligand precursor or a chiral probe in the development of new asymmetric catalytic processes.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Utilized as a high-purity standard for analytical method development and quality control in chiral separation techniques like HPLC.

Basic Information

Product Name	(S)-4'-(2-Methylbutyl)[1,1'-Biphenyl]-4-Carbonitrile
CAS No.	63799-11-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₈H₁₉N
Molecular Weight	249.35 g/mol
Synonyms	(S)-4'-(2-Methylbutyl)-4-biphenylcarbonitrile; (S)-4-Cyano-4'-(2-methylbutyl)biphenyl; (S)-2-Methylbutyl-4'-cyanobiphenyl; (S)-CB15; (S)-4'-(2-Methylbutyl)biphenyl-4-carbonitrile; (S)-4-(2-Methylbutyl)-4'-cyanobiphenyl; (S)-4'-Pentyl-4-biphenylcarbonitrile (related); (S)-Chiral dopant for liquid crystals
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (S)-4'-(2-Methylbutyl)[1,1'-Biphenyl]-4-Carbonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity verification by HPLC, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and chiral excess 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 strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee
Melting Point	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.