Description

4-Cyanophenyl 4-trans-(4-Ethylcyclohexyl)Benzoate is a high-purity, advanced organic intermediate with a rigid, rod-like molecular structure, making it a critical component for the synthesis of specialized liquid crystal materials. Its precise chemical architecture is essential for modulating the electro-optical properties and thermal stability of final formulations. This compound is primarily required by manufacturers in the electronics and advanced materials sectors for producing high-performance liquid crystal displays (LCDs) and optical devices.

Application

• Liquid Crystal Mixtures (LCMs): A key monomeric component for formulating nematic and ferroelectric liquid crystals used in display technology.
• Advanced Display Panels: Synthesis of active matrix LCDs (AMLCDs), including those for televisions, monitors, and automotive displays.
• Electro-Optical Modulators: Used in the development of light shutters, optical switches, and phase modulators for photonic applications.
• Specialty Polymers: Serves as a mesogenic unit in the synthesis of side-chain liquid crystal polymers (LCPs) for sensors and memory devices.
• Research & Development: A valuable building block in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new mesomorphic materials and organic semiconductors.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Cyanophenyl 4-trans-(4-Ethylcyclohexyl)Benzoate
CAS No.	89331-97-5
Molecular Formula	C22H23NO2
Molecular Weight	333.43 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Cyanophenyl 4'-(trans-4-ethylcyclohexyl)benzoate; 4-(trans-4-Ethylcyclohexyl)benzoic Acid 4-Cyanophenyl Ester; 4-Cyanophenyl 4-(trans-4-Ethylcyclohexyl)benzoate; 4-Cyanophenyl 4-(4-Ethylcyclohexyl)benzoate; Benzoic acid, 4-(4-ethylcyclohexyl)-, 4-cyanophenyl ester, trans-; LC Monomer 89331-97-5; Liquid Crystal Intermediate 89331-97-5
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 4-Cyanophenyl 4-trans-(4-Ethylcyclohexyl)Benzoate adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity, critical for electronic-grade applications. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR to confirm identity, purity, and isomeric composition. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specification parameters are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after initial opening to prevent moisture absorption and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 99.0% (Area %)
Trans Isomer Content (HPLC)	≥ 99.5%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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