Description

1-Ethyl-2-[(p-Hydroxyphenyl)Azo]-Pyridinium Tetrafluoroborate is a specialized azo dye intermediate and a versatile chemical building block. Its unique structure makes it valuable for synthesizing advanced colorants and functional materials with specific optical properties. This compound is primarily sought by manufacturers in the dye and pigment, specialty chemical, and advanced material research sectors.

Application

• Dye and Pigment Synthesis: A key intermediate for producing high-performance azo dyes and pigments for textiles, inks, and coatings.
• Functional Material Research: Used in the development of materials with specific light-absorption or chromogenic properties.
• Analytical Chemistry: Potential use as a chromogenic reagent or indicator in specific analytical methods.
• Photographic Industry: Can be utilized in the synthesis of sensitizing dyes for photographic films and papers.
• Liquid Crystal Displays (LCDs): Serves as a precursor for dyes used in color filters for display technologies.
• Non-linear Optical Materials: Investigated for use in the development of materials for photonics and optoelectronics.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Ethyl-2-[(p-Hydroxyphenyl)Azo]-Pyridinium Tetrafluoroborate
CAS No.	16599-85-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₄BF₄N₃O
Molecular Weight	315.08 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Ethyl-2-[(4-hydroxyphenyl)azo]pyridinium Tetrafluoroborate; 1-Ethyl-2-(p-hydroxyphenylazo)pyridinium Tetrafluoroborate; 1-Ethyl-2-[(4-hydroxyphenyl)diazenyl]pyridin-1-ium Tetrafluoroborate; Ethyl Red Tetrafluoroborate Salt; C.I. 11270; Basic Red 14 Tetrafluoroborate Salt; 1-Ethyl-2-(4-hydroxy-phenylazo)-pyridinium Tetrafluoroborate
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Quality Control

Our 1-Ethyl-2-[(p-Hydroxyphenyl)Azo]-Pyridinium Tetrafluoroborate is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity, consistent performance, and batch-to-batch reliability. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials. Due to its light-sensitive nature, minimize exposure during handling.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark red to brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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