Description

2-Hydroxyazulene is a distinctive organic compound belonging to the azulene class, characterized by its unique non-benzenoid aromatic structure and potential for color and reactivity. This compound matters as a valuable synthetic intermediate and a building block for advanced materials, offering a versatile scaffold for research and development in specialized chemistry. It is needed by R&D chemists and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, organic electronics, and specialty dye industries for applications ranging from novel drug discovery to the creation of functional organic materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel bioactive molecules and potential therapeutic agents.
• Organic Semiconductor Development: Used as a building block for creating novel π-conjugated materials for organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and photovoltaics.
• Specialty Dye & Pigment Synthesis: Acts as a core structure for developing unique colorants with specific optical properties.
• Coordination Chemistry & Ligand Design: Utilized in the preparation of metal complexes for catalysis or sensing applications.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in fundamental studies of non-benzenoid aromaticity and reaction mechanisms.
• Material Science: Investigated for incorporation into advanced polymers and supramolecular assemblies.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Hydroxyazulene
CAS No.	19384-00-0
Molecular Formula	C10H8O
Molecular Weight	144.17 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Azulenol; Azulen-2-ol; 2-Hydroxyazulene; 2-Azulen-2-ol; Hydroxyazulene; Azulene-2-ol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Hydroxyazulene is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment and spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR) for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets high-purity research-grade standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical applications.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Brown to dark brown powder or crystals
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95% (Research Grade)
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0 %
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5 %

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