Description

4'-(Nonyloxy)[1,1'-Biphenyl]-4-Carboxylic Acid is a specialized biphenyl derivative functionalized with a nonyloxy chain and a terminal carboxylic acid group. This molecular architecture makes it a valuable intermediate and building block for advanced organic synthesis, particularly in the development of liquid crystals and functional materials. It is essential for R&D and production in industries focused on electronic displays, specialty polymers, and pharmaceutical chemistry.

Application

• Liquid Crystal Synthesis: A key intermediate in the production of nematic and smectic liquid crystals for display technologies (LCDs).
• Organic Electronic Materials: Used as a precursor for electron-transport materials or emissive layers in OLED devices.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a building block for the synthesis of complex bioactive molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Specialty Polymer Monomers: Incorporated into polymers to impart specific thermal, optical, or mechanical properties.
• Dye and Pigment Chemistry: Utilized in the synthesis of advanced organic dyes and pigments with enhanced stability.
• Research & Development: A crucial compound for academic and industrial research in material science and supramolecular chemistry.
• Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP) Production: Acts as a monomeric unit in the manufacture of high-performance engineering plastics.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	4'-(Nonyloxy)[1,1'-Biphenyl]-4-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	69367-31-3
Molecular Formula	C22H28O3
Molecular Weight	340.46 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(4-Nonyloxy-phenyl)benzoic acid; 4'-Nonyloxybiphenyl-4-carboxylic acid; 4-Carboxy-4'-nonyloxybiphenyl; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-4-carboxylic acid, 4'-(nonyloxy)-; p-Nonyloxybiphenyl-4'-carboxylic acid; 4-(4'-Nonyloxy[1,1'-biphenyl]-4-yl)benzoic acid (common alternate); Biphenyl carboxylic acid derivative
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4'-(Nonyloxy)[1,1'-Biphenyl]-4-Carboxylic Acid is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and spectroscopic identification (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets precise customer specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible materials. The compound is light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to light should be avoided.

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.