Description

2-Propenoic Acid, 4'-Cyano[1,1'-Biphenyl]-4-Yl Ester is a specialized acrylate monomer featuring a biphenyl core with a cyano substituent, designed for advanced polymer synthesis. This compound is valued for its ability to impart high thermal stability, rigidity, and specific optical properties to polymeric materials. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and material scientists in the advanced electronics, liquid crystal display (LCD), and high-performance polymer industries for creating functional coatings and specialty resins.

Application

• Liquid Crystal (LC) Materials: A key monomer for synthesizing reactive mesogens and photo-alignment polymers used in LCD manufacturing.
• Advanced Polymer Synthesis: Serves as a building block for high-performance acrylic and methacrylic polymers with enhanced thermal and mechanical properties.
• Optoelectronic Devices: Used in the development of organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and other electronic materials requiring precise molecular architecture.
• Specialty Coatings: Imparts durability and specific surface characteristics in advanced industrial and optical coatings.
• Adhesive Formulations: Incorporated into high-strength, temperature-resistant adhesive systems.
• Chemical Intermediate: Utilized in organic synthesis for further functionalization due to its reactive acrylate group and aromatic structure.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Propenoic Acid, 4'-Cyano[1,1'-Biphenyl]-4-Yl Ester
CAS No.	67483-58-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₇H₁₁NO₂
Molecular Weight	261.27 g/mol
Synonyms	4'-Cyano[1,1'-biphenyl]-4-yl acrylate; 4-Cyanobiphenyl-4'-yl acrylate; 4-(4-Cyanophenyl)phenyl acrylate; Biphenyl-4-carbonitrile, 4'-(2-propenoyloxy)-; Acrylic acid, 4'-cyano[1,1'-biphenyl]-4-yl ester; 4'-Cyanobiphenyl-4-yl acrylate; Reactive mesogen monomer; LC monomer
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Propenoic Acid, 4'-Cyano[1,1'-Biphenyl]-4-Yl Ester is manufactured under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity, essential for sensitive applications like liquid crystal and optoelectronic material synthesis. We provide comprehensive analytical data including HPLC purity, identity confirmation (IR, NMR), and impurity profiling. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for every batch 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). This material is light-sensitive (store away from light). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider storage under an inert atmosphere to prevent potential polymerization.

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%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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