Description

4-[(2-Methylphenyl)Azo]Naphthol is an azo dye intermediate characterized by its distinct molecular structure. This compound is valued for its role in synthesizing specific, high-performance pigments and dyes, offering excellent color properties and stability. It is primarily required by manufacturers in the pigments, inks, plastics, and specialty chemical industries for product coloration and functional material development.

Application

• Pigment Manufacturing: A key intermediate for the synthesis of organic pigments, particularly for applications requiring yellow to orange hues.
• Dye Production: Used in the manufacture of specialized azo dyes for various substrates.
• Plastics and Polymers Coloring: Imparts color to engineering plastics, masterbatches, and synthetic fibers.
• Ink Formulation: Employed in the production of industrial and printing inks to achieve specific color shades.
• Coatings and Paints: Serves as a colorant component in solvent-based and other coating systems.
• Research & Development: Used as a standard or building block in chemical research for novel material synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-[(2-Methylphenyl)Azo]Naphthol
CAS No.	5098-94-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₇H₁₄N₂O
Molecular Weight	262.31 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methylazobenzene-2'-naphthol; 1-[(2-Methylphenyl)azo]-2-naphthalenol; C.I. Solvent Orange 2; Oil Orange; 4-(o-Tolylazo)-1-naphthol; 1-Hydroxy-4-(2-methylphenylazo)naphthalene; 4-(2-Methylphenylazo)-1-naphthol
EINECS	225-809-5

Quality Control

Our 4-[(2-Methylphenyl)Azo]Naphthol is produced under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. Quality is verified through comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications.

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 incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Orange to red-brown powder or crystals
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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