Description

4-Methyl-4'-Pentyl-1,1'-Biphenyl is a high-purity biphenyl derivative, a key organic intermediate valued for its liquid crystalline properties and structural role in advanced material synthesis. This compound is essential for manufacturers requiring precise molecular architecture to achieve specific mesomorphic and electronic characteristics. It is primarily utilized in the research and production of liquid crystal displays (LCDs), organic semiconductors, and as a building block in pharmaceutical and agrochemical active ingredients.

Application

• Liquid Crystal Materials: A critical component in the formulation of nematic and smectic liquid crystal mixtures for display technologies, including TFT-LCDs.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Serves as a core structure or dopant in the development of organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and organic field-effect transistors (OFETs).
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used as a sophisticated building block in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as an intermediate in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides requiring specific biphenyl frameworks.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for studying structure-property relationships in material science.
• Specialty Polymers: A monomer or additive for creating polymers with enhanced thermal stability and optical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Methyl-4'-Pentyl-1,1'-Biphenyl
CAS No.	64835-63-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₈H₂₂
Molecular Weight	238.37 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methyl-4'-pentylbiphenyl; 4-Pentyl-4'-methylbiphenyl; 4'-Methyl-4-pentylbiphenyl; 1-Methyl-4-(4-pentylphenyl)benzene; 4-Pentyl-4'-methyl-1,1'-biphenyl; p-Methyl-p'-pentylbiphenyl; 4-Methyl-4'-n-pentylbiphenyl; Biphenyl, 4-methyl-4'-pentyl-
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Quality Control

Our 4-Methyl-4'-Pentyl-1,1'-Biphenyl is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your specific research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C) under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent oxidation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0% (Standard Grade)
Purity (GC)	≥ 99.0% (High Purity Grade)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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