Description

4-Propylcyclohexyl [Trans[Trans(Trans)]]-4'-Butyl[1,1'-Bicyclohexyl]-4-Carboxylate is a high-purity, sterically defined liquid crystal compound. This material matters for its role as a key component in advanced electro-optical displays, where its specific stereochemistry and purity are critical for performance. It is primarily needed by manufacturers of liquid crystal mixtures for LCDs, optical films, and tunable photonic devices.

Application

• Liquid Crystal Displays (LCDs): A crucial component in nematic or chiral nematic (cholesteric) mixtures for televisions, monitors, and instrument panels.
• Optical Shutters and Modulators: Used in light-control devices and telecommunications due to its fast electro-optic response.
• Tunable Lasers and Sensors: Serves as an active medium in wavelength-tunable laser cavities and chemical sensing platforms.
• Advanced Photonic Crystals: Employed in the research and development of self-assembling photonic materials with specific bandgap properties.
• Electro-Optic Research: A high-purity standard for academic and industrial R&D into new liquid crystal phases and applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Propylcyclohexyl [Trans[Trans(Trans)]]-4'-Butyl[1,1'-Bicyclohexyl]-4-Carboxylate
CAS No.	89129-90-8
Molecular Formula	C26H42O2
Molecular Weight	386.61 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Propylcyclohexyl 4'-butyl-[1,1'-bicyclohexyl]-4-carboxylate; 4-Butyl-4'-(trans-4-propylcyclohexyl)bicyclohexyl-4-carboxylate; CBC-33 (common LC mixture code); 4'-Butyl-4-propyl-1,1'-bicyclohexyl-4-carboxylic acid ester; trans,trans,trans-4-Propylcyclohexyl 4'-butylbicyclohexyl-4-carboxylate; 4-(4-Propylcyclohexyl)phenyl 4-butylbenzoate (related structural analog); LC-89129
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Quality Control

Our 4-Propylcyclohexyl [Trans[Trans(Trans)]]-4'-Butyl[1,1'-Bicyclohexyl]-4-Carboxylate is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency critical for electro-optic performance. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing including HPLC for isomeric purity and chemical assay, as well as verification of its mesomorphic properties. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is light-sensitive (store away from light) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere when appropriate to prevent oxidation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 99.0% (Total Isomers)
Isomeric Purity (Trans,Trans,Trans)	≥ 98.0%
Clearing Point (N-I)	As per COA (Typical range: 70 - 85 °C)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.05%

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