Description

4-Phenylazulene is a high-purity, specialized polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) derivative, identified by CAS NO 23781-83-1. This compound is valued for its unique azulene-based conjugated structure, which provides distinct photophysical and electronic properties critical for advanced material research. It serves as a key synthetic intermediate and functional material for researchers and developers in organic electronics, photonics, and materials science. Our supply ensures consistent quality and reliable availability for demanding industrial and R&D applications.

Application

• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Utilized as a core building block or dopant material in the emissive layer due to its potential for color tuning and efficiency.
• Organic Photovoltaics (OPVs): Investigated as an electron donor or acceptor component in active layers for next-generation solar cells.
• Nonlinear Optical (NLO) Materials: Serves as a chromophore in the development of materials for optical limiting, switching, and frequency conversion.
• Fluorescent Probes and Sensors: Its fluorescence properties make it suitable for designing chemical sensors and biological imaging agents.
• Advanced Organic Synthesis: Acts as a versatile intermediate for the synthesis of more complex polyaromatic systems and novel molecular architectures.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: A fundamental compound for research in photochemistry, theoretical chemistry, and material property exploration.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Phenylazulene
CAS No.	23781-83-1
Molecular Formula	C22H16
Molecular Weight	280.36 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Phenylazulene; 1,2-Dihydro-4-phenylazulene; Azulene, 4-phenyl-; 4-Phenylbicyclo[5.3.0]decapentaene; 23781-83-1; 4-Phenyl-1H-cyclopenta[cd]indene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 4-Phenylazulene is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and specialty chemical applications. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including purity verification by HPLC and structural confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. This compound is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; prolonged exposure to air and light should be avoided to maintain stability and purity.

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%

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