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Atomfair 4-Cyano-4′-pentylbiphenyl 5CB, K15 C18H19N
Description 4-Cyano-4′-pentylbiphenyl (CAS No. 41122-71-8) is a high-purity liquid crystalline compound with the molecular formula C18H19N . This biphenyl derivative, also known as 4-(4-pentylphenyl)benzonitrile , is widely used in advanced materials research, particularly in the development of liquid crystal displays (LCDs) and electro-optical devices. Its rigid biphenyl core and polar cyano group contribute to its unique mesomorphic properties, making it a valuable component in nematic and smectic phase formulations. Our product is synthesized under strict quality control to ensure >98% purity (HPLC), with low levels of impurities that could affect performance. It is supplied in amber glass vials under inert…
Description
Description
4-Cyano-4′-pentylbiphenyl (CAS No. 41122-71-8) is a high-purity liquid crystalline compound with the molecular formula C18H19N. This biphenyl derivative, also known as 4-(4-pentylphenyl)benzonitrile, is widely used in advanced materials research, particularly in the development of liquid crystal displays (LCDs) and electro-optical devices. Its rigid biphenyl core and polar cyano group contribute to its unique mesomorphic properties, making it a valuable component in nematic and smectic phase formulations. Our product is synthesized under strict quality control to ensure >98% purity (HPLC), with low levels of impurities that could affect performance. It is supplied in amber glass vials under inert atmosphere to prevent degradation. Researchers will appreciate its consistent batch-to-batch reproducibility, detailed technical specifications, and comprehensive analytical documentation including 1H NMR and HPLC chromatograms.
- CAS No: 41122-71-8
- Molecular Formula: C18H19N
- Molecular Weight: 249.3
- Exact Mass: 249.151749610
- Monoisotopic Mass: 249.151749610
- IUPAC Name: 4-(4-pentylphenyl)benzonitrile
- SMILES: CCCCCC1=CC=C(C=C1)C2=CC=C(C=C2)C#N
- Synonyms: 4-Cyano-4′-pentylbiphenyl, [1,1′-Biphenyl]-4-carbonitrile, 4′-pentyl-, p-Cyano-p’-pentylbiphenyl, 4-n-pentyl-4′-cyanobiphenyl, 4′-pentylbiphenyl-4-carbonitrile
Application
4-Cyano-4′-pentylbiphenyl serves as a key component in liquid crystal mixtures for display technologies, particularly in twisted nematic (TN) and super-twisted nematic (STN) LCDs. Its stable nematic phase and appropriate dielectric anisotropy make it ideal for tuning the electro-optical response of display materials. The compound is also investigated for use in advanced photonic devices and as a building block for more complex liquid crystalline polymers. Researchers utilize it as a reference standard in phase behavior studies and for developing new mesogenic materials with tailored properties.
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