Description

2-Isopropyl-4,8-Dimethylazulene is a high-purity, specialized azulene derivative, a class of compounds known for their distinctive blue color and unique chemical properties. This compound is valued for its role as a key synthetic intermediate and chromophore in advanced material science and fine chemical synthesis. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, organic electronics, and high-performance pigment industries seeking to develop novel compounds with specific optical or electronic characteristics.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and diagnostic agents.
• Organic Semiconductor Research: Used in the development of organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and photovoltaic materials due to its conjugated azulene core.
• Specialty Dyes & Pigments: Acts as a precursor for creating stable, high-value blue and violet colorants for niche applications.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for studying non-benzenoid aromatic chemistry and reaction mechanisms.
• Material Science: Investigated for use in nonlinear optical (NLO) materials and molecular sensors.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Isopropyl-4,8-Dimethylazulene
CAS No.	529-08-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₅H₁₈
Molecular Weight	198.30 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(1-Methylethyl)-4,8-dimethylazulene; 4,8-Dimethyl-2-isopropylazulene; Guaiazulene (Note: Guaiazulene is a closely related, common azulene derivative; this specifies the 2-isopropyl,4,8-dimethyl isomer); Azulene, 2-isopropyl-4,8-dimethyl-; 1,4-Dimethyl-7-isopropylazulene (alternative numbering)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Isopropyl-4,8-Dimethylazulene is produced and tested under strict quality management protocols to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available upon request, detailing key parameters such as assay purity and impurity profiles.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to light should be avoided to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Blue to blue-violet crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.