Description

p-Butoxybenzylidene-p-Octylaniline is a specialized liquid crystal compound, specifically a Schiff base derivative, identified by CAS NO 39777-26-9. This compound is valued for its role as a key intermediate in the synthesis of advanced liquid crystal mixtures, which are critical for modulating the optical properties of display technologies. It is primarily required by manufacturers and R&D departments in the electronics, optoelectronics, and advanced materials sectors for developing high-performance liquid crystal displays (LCDs), optical shutters, and tunable filters.

Application

• Liquid Crystal Displays (LCDs): A crucial component in the formulation of nematic and smectic liquid crystal mixtures for digital watches, calculators, and instrument panels.
• Electro-Optic Devices: Used in the research and production of light valves, optical switches, and spatial light modulators.
• Advanced Material Synthesis: Serves as a versatile organic intermediate for synthesizing more complex liquid crystal molecules and functional organic compounds.
• Research & Development: Essential for academic and industrial R&D focused on studying structure-property relationships in liquid crystals and developing new electro-optic materials.
• Photonic Applications: Potential use in the development of tunable photonic crystals and waveguides for telecommunications.

Basic Information

Product Name	p-Butoxybenzylidene-p-Octylaniline
CAS No.	39777-26-9
Molecular Formula	C25H35NO
Molecular Weight	365.55 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Butoxybenzylidene-4'-octylaniline; 4-Butoxy-4'-octyloxyazobenzene (common misnomer for related structures); N-(4-Octylphenyl)-4-butoxybenzylidenimine; p-Butoxybenzylidene-p'-octylaniline; BBOA (abbreviation); 4-[(4-Octylphenyl)iminomethyl]phenyl butyl ether; Liquid Crystal Compound 39777-26-9; Schiff Base Liquid Crystal
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our p-Butoxybenzylidene-p-Octylaniline is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity, essential for precise electro-optic performance. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We support compliance with relevant industry standards for electronic-grade materials.

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) to minimize oxidation and degradation. Keep away from heat and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Light yellow to yellow crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.