Description

4'-(4-Propylcyclohexyl)-1,1'-Biphenyl-4-Carbonitrile is a high-purity liquid crystal intermediate, a key building block for advanced display technologies. Its molecular structure is engineered to provide the precise electro-optical properties required for modern, high-performance liquid crystal mixtures. This compound is essential for manufacturers and R&D facilities in the electronics and advanced materials sectors seeking to develop or produce next-generation LCDs, including those for televisions, monitors, and specialized optical devices.

Application

• Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) Manufacturing: A critical component in the formulation of nematic liquid crystal mixtures for TFT-LCD panels.
• Electro-Optical Device Research: Serves as a foundational material in R&D for new liquid crystal phases and formulations with tailored response times and birefringence.
• Advanced Material Synthesis: Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of more complex liquid crystal monomers and polymers.
• Specialty Optical Components: Potential applications in light shutters, tunable lenses, and other photonic devices utilizing liquid crystal technology.

Basic Information

Product Name	4'-(4-Propylcyclohexyl)-1,1'-Biphenyl-4-Carbonitrile
CAS No.	72386-48-2
Molecular Formula	C22H25N
Molecular Weight	303.44 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Cyano-4'-(4-propylcyclohexyl)biphenyl; 4-(4-Propylcyclohexyl)-4'-cyanobiphenyl; PCH-302; 4'-Cyano-4-propylcyclohexylbiphenyl; 4-(trans-4-Propylcyclohexyl)-4'-cyanobiphenyl; 4-Cyano-4'-(trans-4-propylcyclohexyl)-1,1'-biphenyl; 4-(4-Propylcyclohexyl)biphenyl-4-carbonitrile; Liquid Crystal PCH302
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4'-(4-Propylcyclohexyl)-1,1'-Biphenyl-4-Carbonitrile is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity, critical for sensitive electronic applications. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as identity, purity, and impurity profile. We support customer audits and can provide material to meet specific internal or industry-standard specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; prolonged exposure to light or air should be avoided. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon blanket). Keep away from heat and ignition sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 99.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 1.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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