Description

4-(2-Methylbutyl)Phenyl (S)-4-Propylbenzoate is a high-purity chiral liquid crystal intermediate and organic synthesis building block. This compound is valued for its role in the development of advanced liquid crystal mixtures with specific optical and electro-optical properties. It is primarily required by manufacturers in the liquid crystal display (LCD) industry, as well as by research institutions and fine chemical producers engaged in the synthesis of advanced organic materials.

Application

• Liquid Crystal Mixtures: A key chiral dopant or intermediate for formulating ferroelectric or chiral nematic (cholesteric) liquid crystals used in display technologies.
• Advanced Display Components: Synthesis of materials for high-performance LCDs, including those for fast-switching, low-power, and high-contrast applications.
• Electro-Optic Devices: Research and production of components for optical shutters, phase modulators, and tunable filters.
• Organic Synthesis: Serves as a versatile chiral building block for pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty polymers requiring specific stereochemistry.
• Research & Development: Used in academic and industrial R&D for studying structure-property relationships in soft matter and advanced functional materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(2-Methylbutyl)Phenyl (S)-4-Propylbenzoate
CAS No.	94442-17-8
Molecular Formula	C21H26O2
Molecular Weight	310.43 g/mol
Synonyms	(S)-4-Propylbenzoic Acid 4-(2-Methylbutyl)phenyl Ester; (S)-4-(2-Methylbutyl)phenyl 4-Propylbenzoate; 4-(2-Methylbutyl)phenyl (S)-4-Propylbenzoate; (S)-4-Propylphenyl 4-(2-Methylbutyl)benzoate; Liquid Crystal Intermediate 94442-17-8; Chiral Benzoate Ester; (S)-4-Propyldihydrocinnamate derivative
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Quality Control

Our 4-(2-Methylbutyl)Phenyl (S)-4-Propylbenzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity analysis by HPLC, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements for electronic-grade materials. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and chiral excess are provided with every shipment.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee (S-enantiomer)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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