Description

2-(2-Azidophenyl)-2H-Benzotriazole is a specialized heterocyclic organic compound that functions as a versatile chemical intermediate and photoactive agent. Its unique structure, combining azide and benzotriazole functionalities, makes it a valuable building block for synthesizing advanced materials and functional polymers. This product is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and polymer industries for applications requiring light-sensitive or cross-linking properties.

Application

• Photoinitiator & Cross-linking Agent: Used in UV-curable coatings, inks, and adhesives to initiate polymerization and create cross-linked polymer networks.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with benzotriazole-based structures.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce azide groups into polymer backbones for subsequent "click chemistry" reactions, enabling precise material functionalization.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as an intermediate in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Research: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for creating advanced materials like self-assembled monolayers (SAMs) and photoresists.
• Bioconjugation Probe: Functions as a photoaffinity labeling reagent in biochemical research to study protein-ligand interactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(2-Azidophenyl)-2H-Benzotriazole
CAS No.	15284-70-5
Molecular Formula	C12H8N6
Molecular Weight	236.23 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(2-Azidophenyl)-2H-1,2,3-benzotriazole; 2-(2-Azidophenyl)benzotriazole; 2H-Benzotriazole, 2-(2-azidophenyl)-; 2-Azidophenylbenzotriazole; NSC 403119; Azidophenylbenzotriazole; 2-(2-Azidophenyl)-1,2,3-benzotriazole
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Quality Control

Our 2-(2-Azidophenyl)-2H-Benzotriazole is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with key parameters including assay (HPLC), related substances, and physical characterization. Our quality commitment supports applications in regulated environments, and we can work with customers to meet specific purity requirements or custom specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to store the material under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term stability. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%
Single Unknown Impurity	≤ 1.0%

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