Description

4-(4-Dimethylaminophenylazo)Benzoic Acid is an azo dye intermediate characterized by its distinct molecular structure, which is pivotal for synthesizing colorants and functional materials. This compound matters for its role as a key precursor in creating dyes with specific optical and electronic properties, offering high purity and batch-to-batch consistency for industrial processes. It is primarily needed by manufacturers in the dye and pigment, research chemical, and advanced material synthesis sectors.

Application

• Primary intermediate for the synthesis of azo dyes and pigments used in textiles, inks, and plastics.
• Key starting material in research and development of novel organic chromophores and photonic materials.
• Potential use as a pH indicator or analytical reagent in laboratory settings due to its color-changing properties.
• Component in the manufacture of functional dyes for applications in nonlinear optics or dye-sensitized solar cells.
• Used in academic and industrial research focusing on molecular recognition and sensor technology.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(4-Dimethylaminophenylazo)Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	201858-51-7
Molecular Formula	C15H15N3O2
Molecular Weight	269.30 g/mol
Synonyms	4-[(4-Dimethylamino)phenylazo]benzoic Acid; p-(p-Dimethylaminoazophenyl)benzoic Acid; 4-(4-Dimethylaminophenylazo)benzoic Acid; 4-[(4-Dimethylaminophenyl)azo]benzoic Acid; 4-(N,N-Dimethyl-4-aminophenylazo)benzoic Acid; DMAPABA; Azo Dye Intermediate Yellow; Benzoic acid, 4-[(4-(dimethylamino)phenyl)azo]-
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Quality Control

Our production of 4-(4-Dimethylaminophenylazo)Benzoic Acid adheres to stringent internal quality protocols to ensure high purity and reliable performance. Each batch is analyzed using advanced techniques like HPLC and NMR to verify identity and assay. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all relevant specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your requirements.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric humidity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Orange to red crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.2%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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