Description

4'-Undecyl[1,1'-Biphenyl]-4-Carbonitrile is a specialized biphenyl derivative featuring a long alkyl chain and a cyano functional group, making it a valuable intermediate for advanced material synthesis. This compound matters for its role in modulating liquid crystalline properties and serving as a key building block in organic electronic materials. It is primarily needed by R&D and production teams in the liquid crystal display (LCD), organic semiconductor, and advanced polymer industries.

Application

• Liquid Crystal Materials: A crucial intermediate for synthesizing nematic and smectic liquid crystals used in display technologies.
• Organic Semiconductors: Serves as a precursor or dopant in the development of organic field-effect transistors (OFETs) and photovoltaic cells.
• Advanced Polymers: Used as a monomer or additive to create polymers with specific dielectric or optical properties.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a versatile building block in organic synthesis for pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals due to its biphenyl core and reactive cyano group.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial labs for studying structure-property relationships in self-assembling systems.
• Optical Films and Coatings: A component in formulations for creating films with controlled birefringence for optical applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	4'-Undecyl[1,1'-Biphenyl]-4-Carbonitrile
CAS No.	65860-74-4
Molecular Formula	C24H31N
Molecular Weight	333.51 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Cyano-4'-undecylbiphenyl; 4'-Undecyl-4-biphenylcarbonitrile; 4-(4-Cyanophenyl)undecylbenzene; 4-Cyano-4'-n-undecylbiphenyl; 4'-n-Undecyl[1,1'-biphenyl]-4-carbonitrile; 4'-Pentyl[1,1'-biphenyl]-4-carbonitrile homologue; LCD Intermediate C11; UCB
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4'-Undecyl[1,1'-Biphenyl]-4-Carbonitrile is produced under strict quality management systems. Each 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 available for every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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. Due to its light-sensitive nature, handling and transfer should be minimized under direct light exposure.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (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.