Description
4-Cyanophenyl 4-trans-(4-ethylcyclohexyl)benzoate (CAS No. 89331-97-5) is a high-purity liquid crystalline compound with the molecular formula C22H23NO2. This advanced material is synthesized for research and industrial applications requiring precise molecular alignment and electro-optical properties. Its IUPAC name, (4-cyanophenyl) 4-(4-ethylcyclohexyl)benzoate, reflects its structured aromatic-cyclohexyl ester backbone, which is critical for modulating nematic phase behavior in liquid crystal displays (LCDs). The compound exhibits excellent thermal stability, low viscosity, and high birefringence, making it ideal for next-generation optoelectronic devices. Packaged under inert conditions to ensure longevity, this product is rigorously tested via HPLC (>98% purity) and NMR to meet the demands of material science researchers and display technology developers.
Properties
- CAS Number: 89331-97-5
- Complexity: 470
- IUPAC Name: (4-cyanophenyl) 4-(4-ethylcyclohexyl)benzoate
- InChI: InChI=1S/C22H23NO2/c1-2-16-3-7-18(8-4-16)19-9-11-20(12-10-19)22(24)25-21-13-5-17(15-23)6-14-21/h5-6,9-14,16,18H,2-4,7-8H2,1H3
- InChI Key: QSXYPHAWOSQCHP-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- Exact Mass: 333.172878976
- Molecular Formula: C22H23NO2
- Molecular Weight: 333.4
- SMILES: CCC1CCC(CC1)C2=CC=C(C=C2)C(=O)OC3=CC=C(C=C3)C#N
- Topological: 50.1
- Monoisotopic Mass: 333.172878976
- Synonyms: 4-Cyanophenyl 4-trans-(4-ethylcyclohexyl)benzoate, EINECS 289-491-2, 289-491-2, 89331-97-5, 4-Cyanophenyl 4-(trans-4-ethylcyclohexyl)benzoate, (4-cyanophenyl) 4-(4-ethylcyclohexyl)benzoate, 4-CYANOPHENYL 4-(4-ETHYLCYCLOHEXYL)BENZOATE, 2cHBzoCP, 73592-83-3, SCHEMBL9499896, SCHEMBL9499900, C22H23NO2, QSXYPHAWOSQCHP-UHFFFAOYSA-N, DTXSID001008756, AKOS015917902, 4-Cyanophenyl4-(trans-4-ethylcyclohexyl)benzoate, 4-Cyanophenyl trans-4-(4-ethylcyclohexyl)benzoate
Application
4-Cyanophenyl 4-trans-(4-ethylcyclohexyl)benzoate is primarily used as a key component in liquid crystal mixtures for high-performance LCDs, enhancing response times and contrast ratios. Its trans-4-ethylcyclohexyl group contributes to reduced rotational viscosity, improving energy efficiency in displays. Researchers also leverage its cyanophenyl moiety to tune dielectric anisotropy in advanced electro-optical devices. The compound is explored in photonic applications, including light modulators and optical switches, due to its stable mesophase behavior.
Safety and Hazards
GHS Hazard Statements
- H413 (100%): May cause long lasting harmful effects to aquatic life [Hazardous to the aquatic environment, long-term hazard]
Precautionary Statements
- P273, and P501
Hazard Classes and Categories
- Aquatic Chronic 4 (100%)
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