Description

4'-n-Butoxybenzylidene-4-Acetylaniline is a specialized organic compound belonging to the class of Schiff base liquid crystals. This compound matters as a key intermediate and active component in the research and development of advanced electro-optical materials. It is primarily needed by manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the liquid crystal display (LCD) industry, as well as by researchers in materials science and organic synthesis for creating novel functional materials.

Application

• Key intermediate in the synthesis of nematic and smectic liquid crystal compounds for display technologies.
• Active component in the formulation of liquid crystal mixtures for high-performance LCDs, including TN, STN, and TFT displays.
• Research chemical for studying structure-property relationships in organic semiconductors and photonic materials.
• Building block for advanced organic materials with non-linear optical (NLO) properties.
• Precursor in the development of sensors and light-modulating devices.
• Used in academic and industrial research for exploring new phases and behaviors of liquid crystalline systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	4'-n-Butoxybenzylidene-4-Acetylaniline
CAS No.	17224-18-9
Molecular Formula	C19H21NO2
Molecular Weight	295.38 g/mol
Synonyms	4-[(4-Butoxyphenyl)methylideneamino]acetophenone; 4-Acetyl-4'-butoxybenzalaniline; 4'-Butoxybenzylidene-4-acetylaniline; N-(4-Butoxybenzylidene)-4-aminoacetophenone; 4-Acetyl-4'-butoxybenzylideneaniline; Liquid Crystal 17224-18-9; 4'-n-Butoxybenzylidene-4-acetylaniline; BAAB
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4'-n-Butoxybenzylidene-4-Acetylaniline is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity, critical for precise electro-optical performance. Products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to verify identity and purity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Light yellow to yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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