Description

4-(Benzofuran-5-Ylazo)-N,n-Dimethylbenzenamine is a specialized azo dye intermediate characterized by its benzofuran and dimethylaniline structural motifs. This compound is valued for its ability to impart color and serve as a key precursor in the synthesis of complex chromophores. It is primarily required by manufacturers in the dyes and pigments, advanced material science, and organic electronics sectors for research and production.

Application

• Key intermediate for the synthesis of high-performance azo dyes and pigments.
• Precursor in the development of functional dyes for non-linear optics (NLO) and photonic applications.
• Research chemical for exploring organic semiconductor materials and charge-transport layers.
• Used in the formulation of specialized coloring agents for inks, coatings, and plastics.
• Building block in academic and industrial R&D for novel heterocyclic compounds.
• Potential use in the synthesis of sensitizers for dye-sensitized solar cells (DSSCs).

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(Benzofuran-5-Ylazo)-N,n-Dimethylbenzenamine
CAS No.	42242-59-1
Molecular Formula	C16H15N3O
Molecular Weight	265.31 g/mol
Synonyms	5-[(4-Dimethylamino)phenyl]azo]benzofuran; 4-(5-Benzofuranylazo)-N,N-dimethylaniline; N,N-Dimethyl-4-[(5-benzofuranyl)azo]aniline; 4-(Benzofuran-5-ylazo)-N,N-dimethylaniline; Azo Benzofuran Derivative; C.I. Solvent Orange 60 (related class); Disperse Orange 60 (related class)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 4-(Benzofuran-5-Ylazo)-N,n-Dimethylbenzenamine adheres to stringent internal quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and R&D documentation.

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. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Orange to red-brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.