Description

4,4'-Bis(4-Dimethylaminophenylazo)-3,3'-Dimethyl-1,1'-Binaphthalene is a specialized, high-purity organic dye and chromophore belonging to the binaphthalene azo compound class. This compound matters for its unique optical and electronic properties, making it a critical component in advanced material science and high-performance applications. It is primarily needed by researchers and manufacturers in the fields of non-linear optics (NLO), organic photovoltaics (OPV), and as a sophisticated dye for analytical chemistry and sensor technology.

Application

• Non-Linear Optical (NLO) Materials: A key chromophore for developing advanced materials used in optical switching, frequency doubling, and electro-optic modulation devices.
• Organic Photovoltaic (OPV) Research: Investigated as a potential electron donor or acceptor material in the active layer of solar cells due to its light-absorbing and charge-transport characteristics.
• Dye-Sensitized Applications: Used in the synthesis of specialized dyes for sensitized solar cells (DSSCs) and other photoelectrochemical systems.
• Analytical Chemistry & Sensors: Serves as a colorimetric reagent or a fluorescent probe in chemical sensing and detection assays, leveraging its distinct color change properties.
• Advanced Polymer Chemistry: Incorporated into polymer backbones or as a side-chain moiety to create polymers with specific optical or electronic functions.
• Liquid Crystal Displays (LCDs): Potential use as a dichroic dye in guest-host LCD systems to enhance contrast and color performance.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable building block for synthetic chemists and material scientists exploring novel organic semiconductors and functional dyes.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	4,4'-Bis(4-Dimethylaminophenylazo)-3,3'-Dimethyl-1,1'-Binaphthalene
CAS No.	169797-35-7
Molecular Formula	C38H38N6
Molecular Weight	578.75 g/mol
Synonyms	4,4'-Bis(4-(dimethylamino)phenylazo)-3,3'-dimethyl-1,1'-binaphthalene; 1,1'-Binaphthalene, 4,4'-bis[4-(dimethylamino)phenyl]azo-3,3'-dimethyl-; 3,3'-Dimethyl-4,4'-bis(4-dimethylaminophenylazo)-1,1'-binaphthalene; Azo Binaphthalene Dye; NLO Chromophore 169797-35-7; BINAP-AZO dye
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Quality Control

Our production of 4,4'-Bis(4-Dimethylaminophenylazo)-3,3'-Dimethyl-1,1'-Binaphthalene adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity, essential for research and advanced material synthesis. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analysis including HPLC for purity, spectroscopic identification (NMR, IR), and elemental analysis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided and available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is light-sensitive (store away from light). Keep container tightly sealed in a dry environment to minimize exposure to moisture and atmospheric oxygen.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark red to purple crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Area %)
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.