Description

Trans,trans-4-Ethyl-4''-Vinyl-Bicyclohexyl is a high-purity, specialized bicyclic organic compound with a defined stereochemistry. This compound serves as a critical advanced intermediate or functional monomer in the synthesis of high-performance materials, where its unique rigid-rod structure and reactive vinyl group are essential. It is primarily required by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, advanced polymer, and liquid crystal display (LCD) industries for developing novel substances with tailored properties.

Application

• Liquid Crystal (LC) Material Intermediate: A key building block for synthesizing novel nematic or ferroelectric liquid crystals used in high-resolution displays.
• Advanced Polymer Monomer: Used to incorporate rigid, bicyclic units into polymer backbones, enhancing thermal stability and mechanical strength for engineering plastics.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a sophisticated synthon in the multi-step synthesis of complex drug candidates, particularly those requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Organic Electronic Material Research: Investigated as a component in the development of organic semiconductors or charge-transport materials.
• Cross-linking Agent: The reactive vinyl group allows it to act as a cross-linker in specialty resin formulations, improving hardness and chemical resistance.
• Chiral Auxiliary or Ligand Precursor: Its defined trans,trans configuration makes it a candidate for developing chiral catalysts or resolving agents.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Trans,trans-4-Ethyl-4''-Vinyl-Bicyclohexyl
CAS No.	883267-62-7
Molecular Formula	C16H28
Molecular Weight	220.40 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Ethyl-4'-vinyl-1,1'-bicyclohexyl (trans,trans-); trans,trans-4-Ethyl-4'-vinylbicyclohexyl; 4-Ethyl-4'-vinyl-[1,1'-bi(cyclohexane)]; Bicyclohexyl, 4-ethyl-4'-vinyl-, trans,trans-; 4-Vinyl-4'-ethylbicyclohexyl; LC Monomer 883267-62-7; 1,1'-Bicyclohexyl, 4-ethyl-4'-vinyl-, (trans,trans)-
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Quality Control

Our Trans,trans-4-Ethyl-4''-Vinyl-Bicyclohexyl is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and stereochemical integrity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are provided for each lot to support your R&D and quality assurance processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C) in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its sensitivity, minimize exposure to air and moisture during handling.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0% (Area %)
Isomeric Purity (trans,trans-)	≥ 96.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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