Description

4-(2-Methylbutyl)Phenyl (±)-4-Octyloxybenzoate is a specialized organic ester compound with a defined molecular architecture. This chemical is valued for its role as a key intermediate or functional additive in advanced material synthesis, where its specific structure imparts desirable properties to the final product. It is primarily sought by R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the fields of liquid crystal materials, specialty polymers, and fine chemical synthesis.

Application

• Liquid Crystal Intermediates: A crucial building block in the synthesis of ferroelectric or chiral nematic liquid crystals for display technologies.
• Specialty Polymer Additives: Used as a monomer or plasticizer to modify the thermal and optical properties of high-performance polymers.
• Non-linear Optical Materials: Serves as a component in the development of materials for photonic and electro-optic applications.
• Organic Synthesis Intermediate: Employed in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research for constructing complex molecular frameworks.
• Advanced Material Research: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for developing new functional organic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(2-Methylbutyl)Phenyl (±)-4-Octyloxybenzoate
CAS No.	84236-44-2
Molecular Formula	C26H36O3
Molecular Weight	396.56 g/mol
Synonyms	(±)-4-Octyloxybenzoic Acid 4-(2-Methylbutyl)Phenyl Ester; 4-(2-Methylbutyl)phenyl 4-(Octyloxy)benzoate; 4-Octyloxybenzoic Acid 4-(2-Methylbutyl)phenyl Ester; Benzoic acid, 4-(octyloxy)-, 4-(2-methylbutyl)phenyl ester; Liquid crystal intermediate 84236-44-2
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

We maintain a rigorous quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Our standard grade for 4-(2-Methylbutyl)Phenyl (±)-4-Octyloxybenzoate typically meets a purity specification of ≥97% (by HPLC), with comprehensive identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment. Custom purification to meet specific research or production requirements is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.