Description

1-(Benzyloxy)-4-(4-Methoxyphenyl)Benzene is a high-purity diaryl ether derivative, serving as a critical advanced intermediate in organic synthesis. Its value lies in providing a versatile aromatic scaffold for constructing complex molecules with tailored electronic and steric properties. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and advanced materials sectors, particularly for applications requiring precise molecular architecture.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, especially those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or acting as enzyme inhibitors.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Precursor: Used in the development of organic semiconductors, charge-transport materials, and emissive layers for display and lighting technologies.
• Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating high-performance polymers with enhanced thermal stability and specific optical properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Intermediate in the production of novel herbicides or fungicides that leverage its aromatic ether structure.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in cross-coupling reactions and the exploration of new synthetic pathways.
• Specialty Chemical Manufacturing: Employed in the production of dyes, pigments, and photoinitiators where specific light-absorption characteristics are required.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(Benzyloxy)-4-(4-Methoxyphenyl)Benzene
CAS No.	948878-17-9
Molecular Formula	C20H18O2
Molecular Weight	290.36 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(4-Methoxyphenyl)diphenyl ether; 1-Benzyloxy-4-(4-methoxyphenyl)benzene; 4-Methoxy-4'-benzyloxybiphenyl; p-Benzyloxy-p'-methoxybiphenyl; (4-Benzyloxyphenyl)(4-methoxyphenyl)methane; BOMB (abbreviation); [1,1'-Biphenyl]-4-ol, 4'-methoxy-, 4-(phenylmethyl) ether; 4-(4-Methoxyphenyl)phenyl benzyl ether
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-(Benzyloxy)-4-(4-Methoxyphenyl)Benzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency, meeting the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic and spectroscopic data (HPLC, GC, NMR) are provided to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch reliability.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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