Description

p-[(p-Dimethylaminophenyl)Azo]Benzyl Alcohol is a specialized azo compound featuring a benzyl alcohol moiety and a dimethylamino-substituted phenylazo group. This unique molecular structure makes it a valuable intermediate for synthesizing dyes, pigments, and functional materials where color and specific chemical reactivity are required. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the fine chemical, research and development, and specialty dye industries for creating advanced colorants and photoactive compounds.

Application

• Key intermediate in the synthesis of azo dyes and pigments for textiles, inks, and plastics.
• Precursor for the development of functional chromophores used in nonlinear optical materials and sensors.
• Research chemical for studying photoisomerization and other photochemical processes.
• Building block in organic synthesis for creating complex molecular architectures with specific light-absorption properties.
• Potential use in the formulation of specialized indicator dyes for analytical chemistry applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	p-[(p-Dimethylaminophenyl)Azo]Benzyl Alcohol
CAS No.	20854-35-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₇H₁₉N₃O
Molecular Weight	281.35 g/mol
Synonyms	4-[(4-Dimethylaminophenyl)azo]benzyl alcohol; p-(p-Dimethylaminoazobenzyl) alcohol; 4-[(E)-(4-Dimethylaminophenyl)diazenyl]phenylmethanol; (4-((4-(Dimethylamino)phenyl)diazenyl)phenyl)methanol; Azoic Diazo Component; Benzyl alcohol, p-[(p-dimethylaminophenyl)azo]-; Disperse Yellow 7 intermediate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our p-[(p-Dimethylaminophenyl)Azo]Benzyl Alcohol is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications such as assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is light-sensitive (store away from light) and easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Orange to red crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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