Description

trans-4-(trans-4-n-Butylcyclohexyl)Cyclohexanol is a high-purity, advanced organic intermediate characterized by its specific stereochemistry and cyclohexyl ring structure. This compound is valued for its role as a critical building block in the synthesis of complex liquid crystal materials and other fine chemicals. It is essential for manufacturers and R&D facilities in the display technology, specialty polymers, and pharmaceutical intermediates sectors seeking reliable, high-quality raw materials.

Application

• Liquid Crystal (LC) Manufacturing: A key chiral dopant and intermediate in the synthesis of nematic and chiral nematic (cholesteric) liquid crystals for displays and optical devices.
• Advanced Material Synthesis: Serves as a rigid, aliphatic building block for creating novel monomers and polymers with specific thermal and optical properties.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the research and development of steroidal analogs and other bioactive molecules due to its defined stereochemistry.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Acts as a sophisticated ligand precursor or a model compound in asymmetric synthesis and catalytic research.
• Specialty Additives: Potential component in the formulation of performance additives where specific molecular geometry is required.

Basic Information

Product Name	trans-4-(trans-4-n-Butylcyclohexyl)Cyclohexanol
CAS No.	88580-99-8
Molecular Formula	C16H30O
Molecular Weight	238.41 g/mol
Synonyms	trans,trans-4-Butyl-1,1'-bi(cyclohexyl)-4-ol; 4-[4-(Butyl)cyclohexyl]cyclohexanol (trans,trans-); 4-(trans-4-Butylcyclohexyl)cyclohexanol (trans-); 4'-Butyl-1,1'-bi(cyclohexyl)-4-ol; LC Intermediate 88580-99-8; BCH; Liquid Crystal Dopant Intermediate
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Quality Control

Our trans-4-(trans-4-n-Butylcyclohexyl)Cyclohexanol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity and isomer content analysis, to ensure it meets the exacting standards required for advanced material synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and isomer ratio are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric humidity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Isomeric Purity (trans,trans)	≥ 97.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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