Description

[Trans(Trans)]-4'-Butyl[1,1'-Bicyclohexyl]-4-Carbonitrile is a high-purity liquid crystal intermediate and chiral compound characterized by its rigid bicyclohexyl core and terminal cyano group. This compound matters for its role in the synthesis of advanced nematic liquid crystal mixtures, which are critical for high-performance displays requiring fast response times and wide operating temperature ranges. It is primarily needed by manufacturers of specialty chemicals, advanced electronic materials, and pharmaceutical research entities developing novel chiral molecules.

Application

• Liquid Crystal Displays (LCDs): A key monomer for formulating high-performance nematic liquid crystal mixtures used in TFT-LCDs for televisions, monitors, and automotive displays.
• Electro-Optic Materials: Serves as a building block for advanced organic materials with tunable birefringence and dielectric anisotropy.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Utilized in the synthesis of complex, chiral molecules for medicinal chemistry research and active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) development.
• Organic Synthesis: Acts as a versatile intermediate for constructing sterically hindered, conformationally locked structures in advanced organic chemistry.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for studying structure-property relationships in mesogenic and chiral compounds.
• Specialty Additives: Potential use in formulating specialty polymers and coatings where specific molecular alignment is desired.

Basic Information

Product Name	[Trans(Trans)]-4'-Butyl[1,1'-Bicyclohexyl]-4-Carbonitrile
CAS No.	70784-10-0
Molecular Formula	C17H29N
Molecular Weight	247.42 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Cyano-4'-butyl-1,1'-bicyclohexyl (trans,trans); trans,trans-4'-Butylbicyclohexyl-4-carbonitrile; CBC-33 (common LC industry code); 4'-n-Butyl[1,1'-bicyclohexyl]-4-carbonitrile; 4-(4-Butylcyclohexyl)cyclohexanecarbonitrile; BCH-4-CN; 1,1'-Bicyclohexyl-4-carbonitrile, 4'-butyl-, (trans,trans)-; LC-70784100
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Quality Control

Our [Trans(Trans)]-4'-Butyl[1,1'-Bicyclohexyl]-4-Carbonitrile is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and isomer content, GC for residual solvents, and NMR/IR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the exacting standards required for electronic and pharmaceutical applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and fluorides. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 99.5% (Area %)
Isomer Content (trans,trans)	≥ 99.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.05%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meet ICH guidelines

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