Description

6-Phenylazulene is a polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) featuring a unique azulene core structure substituted with a phenyl group, offering distinct photophysical and electronic properties. This compound is valued in advanced materials research for its potential in organic electronics and as a building block for novel dyes and pigments. It is primarily utilized by researchers and developers in the fields of organic semiconductors, photovoltaics, and specialty chemical synthesis.

Application

• Organic Electronic Materials: As a key intermediate or dopant in the development of organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and field-effect transistors (OFETs).
• Photovoltaic Research: Investigated for use in dye-sensitized solar cells (DSSCs) and other next-generation solar energy applications due to its light-absorption characteristics.
• Functional Dyes and Pigments: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing novel dyes with specific color properties and stability for high-tech applications.
• Chemical Synthesis: Used as a specialized building block in organic synthesis to create complex polycyclic aromatic systems for pharmaceutical and materials science research.
• Photophysical Studies: Employed in academic and industrial research to study fluorescence, phosphorescence, and energy transfer mechanisms.
• Non-linear Optical Materials: Potential component in the development of materials for photonics and optoelectronics.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Phenylazulene
CAS No.	23781-82-0
Molecular Formula	C16H12
Molecular Weight	204.27 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Phenylazulene; Azulene, 6-phenyl-; 1-Phenylazulene; 6-Phenyl-1H-cyclopenta[cd]indene; Phenylazulene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 6-Phenylazulene is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including HPLC, GC-MS, and NMR to confirm identity and purity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible organic solvents. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to preserve stability.

Specification

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