65355-37-5

Basic information

• Product Name: [trans(trans)]-4'-heptyl[1,1'-bicyclohexyl]-4-carbonitrile
• Synonyms: [trans(trans)]-4'-heptyl[1,1'-bicyclohexyl]-4-carbonitrile;CCH7;trans-4'-Heptyl-[1,1'-bicyclohexyl]-trans-4-carbonitrile;4α-(4α-Heptylcyclohexan-1β-yl)cyclohexane-1β-carbonitrile;4α-(4β-Heptylcyclohexan-1α-yl)cyclohexane-1β-carbonitrile;4β-(4β-Heptylcyclohexan-1α-yl)cyclohexane-1α-carbonitrile;4'β-Heptyl-1β,1'α-bicyclohexane-4α-carbonitrile
• CAS NO: 65355-37-5
• Molecular Formula: C₂₀H₃₅N
• Molecular Weight: 289.4986
• EINECS: 265-714-9
• Mol File: 65355-37-5.mol
• Article Data: 1

Chemical Properties

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• CAS DataBase Reference: [trans(trans)]-4'-heptyl[1,1'-bicyclohexyl]-4-carbonitrile(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: [trans(trans)]-4'-heptyl[1,1'-bicyclohexyl]-4-carbonitrile(65355-37-5)
• EPA Substance Registry System: [trans(trans)]-4'-heptyl[1,1'-bicyclohexyl]-4-carbonitrile(65355-37-5)

Safety Data

• Hazardous Substances Data: 65355-37-5(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

Description

[trans(trans)]-4'-heptyl[1,1'-bicyclohexyl]-4-carbonitrile, also known as trans,trans-4-Heptylbicyclohexyl-4-nitrile, is a chemical compound with a unique molecular structure that features a carbonitrile group and a heptyl chain attached to a bicyclohexyl ring. [trans(trans)]-4'-heptyl[1,1'-bicyclohexyl]-4-carbonitrile is characterized by its ability to dissolve in nematic liquid crystals, making it a valuable component in various applications.

Uses

1. Used in Display Technology Industry:
[trans(trans)]-4'-heptyl[1,1'-bicyclohexyl]-4-carbonitrile is used as a solvent for nematic liquid crystals for [application reason] polarization. Its ability to dissolve in nematic liquid crystals allows for the creation of displays with improved polarization properties, which can enhance the performance and quality of liquid crystal displays (LCDs) used in various electronic devices such as televisions, computer monitors, and smartphones.
2. Used in Chemical Research and Development:
[trans(trans)]-4'-heptyl[1,1'-bicyclohexyl]-4-carbonitrile is used as a research compound for [application type] studying the properties and behavior of nematic liquid crystals. Its unique molecular structure and solubility characteristics make it an interesting subject for research in the field of materials science, potentially leading to the development of new materials and applications for liquid crystals.
3. Used in Pharmaceutical Industry:
[trans(trans)]-4'-heptyl[1,1'-bicyclohexyl]-4-carbonitrile may also be used as an intermediate or additive in the pharmaceutical industry for [application reason] the development of new drugs or drug delivery systems. Its specific chemical properties could potentially be exploited to improve the efficacy or stability of certain medications, although further research would be required to explore these possibilities.

Relevant articles and documents

Liquid crystalline cyclohexylcyclohexanes

Compounds of the formula (I) STR1 wherein X is --R, --OR or --O--CO--R and R is alkyl of 1-12 C-atoms, are useful as liquid crystals or as solvents for measuring n.m.r., u.v. or visible spectra in anisotropic media.