Description

4,4'-Di-n-Octyloxyazoxybenzene is a high-purity, synthetic azoxybenzene derivative characterized by its extended alkyloxy chains. This compound is a critical material in advanced material science, valued for its unique mesogenic properties and thermal stability. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the liquid crystal display (LCD) and organic electronics industries for the development of novel electro-optical devices and functional materials.

Application

• Liquid Crystal Mixtures: A key component in the formulation of nematic and smectic liquid crystal phases for display technologies.
• Electro-Optical Device Research: Serves as a fundamental building block in the research and development of new LCD modes, optical switches, and light modulators.
• Organic Semiconductors: Investigated for use in organic thin-film transistors (OTFTs) and photovoltaic cells due to its conjugated molecular structure.
• Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: Used as a precursor or intermediate in the synthesis of more complex liquid crystal molecules and dyes.
• Non-linear Optical Materials: Explored for applications in non-linear optics (NLO) owing to its polarizable azoxybenzene core.
• Alignment Layers & Additives: Can be used as an additive to influence the alignment and pretilt angles of liquid crystals on substrate surfaces.

Basic Information

Product Name	4,4'-Di-n-Octyloxyazoxybenzene
CAS No.	25729-12-8
Molecular Formula	C28H40N2O3
Molecular Weight	452.63 g/mol
Synonyms	4,4'-Bis(octyloxy)azoxybenzene; p,p'-Di-n-octyloxyazoxybenzene; Azoxybenzene, 4,4'-bis(octyloxy)-; 4,4'-Di-n-octyloxyazobenzene N-oxide; 1,1'-Azoxybis[4-(octyloxy)benzene]; Bis(4-octyloxyphenyl)diazene 1-oxide; LC Azoxy Derivative C8
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4,4'-Di-n-Octyloxyazoxybenzene is manufactured under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity, essential for sensitive electronic applications. Each lot is analyzed using advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your R&D and quality assurance processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to preserve optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0% (Area %)
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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