Description

trans-4-(4-Ethylcyclohexyl)Benzonitrile is a high-purity liquid crystal intermediate and organic synthesis building block. This compound is valued for its role in the synthesis of advanced materials with specific electro-optical properties. It is primarily required by manufacturers in the liquid crystal display (LCD) industry and by research institutions developing novel organic electronic components.

Application

• Liquid Crystal Mixtures: A key monomeric component for synthesizing nematic liquid crystals used in TFT-LCD displays.
• Advanced Material Research: Serves as a crucial building block in the R&D of new organic semiconductors and photonic materials.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the synthesis of complex organic molecules for potential active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a versatile nitrile-containing precursor for further functionalization in organic chemistry.
• Electro-Optical Devices: Research into its application in light-modulating devices and other electro-optical systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	trans-4-(4-Ethylcyclohexyl)Benzonitrile
CAS No.	72928-54-2
Molecular Formula	C15H19N
Molecular Weight	213.32 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(trans-4-Ethylcyclohexyl)benzonitrile; 4-((trans-4-Ethylcyclohexyl)methyl)benzonitrile; 4-Cyano-4'-(trans-4-ethylcyclohexyl)biphenyl (related structure); trans-4-Ethyl-1-(4-cyanophenyl)cyclohexane; 4-(trans-4-Ethylcyclohexyl)phenyl cyanide; PCH-302 (potential trade designation); Liquid crystal monomer 72928-54-2; 4'-Ethyl-[1,1'-bicyclohexyl]-4-carbonitrile (isomeric form)
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Quality Control

Our trans-4-(4-Ethylcyclohexyl)Benzonitrile is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure high chemical purity and isomeric consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications and industry standards.

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). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0% (Area %)
Isomeric Purity (trans-isomer, GC/HPLC)	≥ 99.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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