Description

Biphenyl-4-Yl Methyl Carbonate is a specialized organic carbonate ester of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound serves as a versatile and high-purity building block, enabling precise molecular construction for demanding applications. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for the development of novel active ingredients and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with biphenyl core structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators requiring specific carbonate functionalities.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of organic electronic materials, where the biphenyl group contributes to molecular rigidity and electronic properties.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or chain modifier in the synthesis of specialty polycarbonates and other high-performance polymers.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in laboratory-scale organic reactions as a protecting group or as a carbonate transfer agent in coupling reactions.
• Chemical Research: A valuable reference standard and starting material in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Biphenyl-4-Yl Methyl Carbonate
CAS No.	74515-02-9
Molecular Formula	C14H12O3
Molecular Weight	228.24 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(Methoxycarbonyloxy)biphenyl; Methyl 4-phenylphenyl carbonate; p-Phenylphenyl methyl carbonate; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-4-yl methyl carbonate; 4-Biphenylyl methyl carbonate; Biphenyl-4-ol methyl carbonate; 4-Hydroxybiphenyl methyl carbonate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Biphenyl-4-Yl Methyl Carbonate is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive analytical data, including HPLC purity, identity confirmation (IR, NMR), and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications and test results is supplied with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research or production requirements.

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 product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under dry conditions to prevent degradation.

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.