Description

p-Hexyloxybenzylidene p-Octylaniline is a high-purity liquid crystal compound, specifically a Schiff base derivative, with the CAS number 39777-28-1. This compound is valued for its well-defined mesomorphic properties, making it a critical component in the formulation of advanced liquid crystal mixtures. It is primarily required by manufacturers and R&D facilities in the electronics and advanced materials sectors for developing display technologies and electro-optical devices.

Application

• Liquid Crystal Displays (LCDs): A key component in nematic or smectic liquid crystal mixtures for digital watches, calculators, and instrument panels.
• Electro-Optical Device Research: Used as a standard or dopant in research for tunable lasers, optical switches, and light modulators.
• Thermochromic Materials: Serves as a base material in the development of temperature-sensitive indicators and sensors.
• Advanced Material Synthesis: An intermediate for synthesizing more complex liquid crystal polymers and chiral dopants.
• Reference Standard: Used in analytical laboratories for method development and calibration in liquid crystal analysis.
• Photonic Applications: Investigated for use in nonlinear optics and photonic crystal fabrication due to its ordered structure.

Basic Information

Product Name	p-Hexyloxybenzylidene p-Octylaniline
CAS No.	39777-28-1
Molecular Formula	C27H39NO
Molecular Weight	393.60 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Hexyloxybenzylidene-4'-octylaniline; N-(4-Octylphenyl)-4-(hexyloxy)benzylidenimine; HOBA; 4'-Octyl-4-(hexyloxy)benzylideneaniline; 4-Hexyloxybenzylidene-4'-octylaniline; p-Hexyloxy-p'-octylazoxybenzene (related class); Liquid Crystal 39777-28-1; Schiff Base Liquid Crystal
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our p-Hexyloxybenzylidene p-Octylaniline is manufactured under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high performance in sensitive applications. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analysis, including purity assay, phase transition characterization, and identification testing. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized and should be handled under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon for long-term storage or when opening the container to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to pale yellow crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point / Clearing Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.