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2-(4-Biphenylyl)-5-phenyl-1,3,4-oxadiazole

Also known as: 2-([1,1'-biphenyl]-4-yl)-5-phenyl-1,3,4-oxadiazole, PBD, 2-phenyl-5-(4-phenylphenyl)-1,3,4-oxadiazole, 5-phenyl-2-(4-biphenylyl)-1,3,4-oxadiazole, 2-(4-biphenylyl)-5-phenyloxadiazole, 2-(4-biphenyl)-5-phenyl-1,3,4-oxadiazole, EINECS 212-712-0, MFCD00003100, NSC 24858

2-(4-Biphenylyl)-5-phenyl-1,3,4-oxadiazole (CAS 852-38-0) is a compound in the Aromatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C20H14N2O and a molecular weight of 298.33800 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 167-169 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 480.7ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.172g/cm3 and a flash point of 240.7ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
852-38-0
Jingsj CID
J-43829-9
Molecular Formula
C20H14N2O
Molecular Weight
298.33800 g/mol
Category
Aromatic Hydrocarbons
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point167-169 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point480.7ºC at 760 mmHg
Density1.172g/cm3
Flash Point240.7ºC
Exact Mass298.11100
PSA38.92000
LogP5.07060
Refractive Index1.612

Activity & Biological Data

Additional Information[1]. Wang C, et al. Polymeric Alkoxy PBD [2-(4-Biphenylyl)-5-Phenyl-1, 3, 4-Oxadiazole] for Light-Emitting Diodes. Advanced Functional Materials, 2001, 11(1): 47-50.

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2934999090
Summary2934999090. other heterocyclic compounds. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:20.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 2-(4-Biphenylyl)-5-phenyl-1,3,4-oxadiazole?

The CAS number of 2-(4-Biphenylyl)-5-phenyl-1,3,4-oxadiazole is 852-38-0.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-(4-Biphenylyl)-5-phenyl-1,3,4-oxadiazole?

2-(4-Biphenylyl)-5-phenyl-1,3,4-oxadiazole has molecular formula C20H14N2O and molecular weight 298.33800 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-(4-Biphenylyl)-5-phenyl-1,3,4-oxadiazole?

For 2-(4-Biphenylyl)-5-phenyl-1,3,4-oxadiazole, Upstream Products: Benzohydrazide, 4-Biphenylcarboxylic acid, 4-Biphenylcarbonyl chloride; Downstream Products: 4'-Amino-[1,1'-biphenyl]-4-carboxylic acid, 4-(4-Ethylphenyl)benzoic acid, 4-Biphenylcarboxylic acid.

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