Description

4'-Dioctylamino-2-Nitro-4-Trifluoroacetylazobenzene is a specialized organic dye and chromophore belonging to the azobenzene family, distinguished by its unique substitution pattern. This compound matters for its strong light-absorbing properties and molecular switching capabilities, making it a valuable component in advanced material science. It is primarily needed by researchers and manufacturers in the fields of nonlinear optics (NLO), photonics, and molecular electronics, where precise control over light-matter interaction is critical.

Application

• Nonlinear Optical (NLO) Materials: As a key chromophore for developing second-order NLO polymers and crystals for frequency doubling and electro-optic modulation.
• Molecular Switches and Sensors: Utilizing its photoisomerization properties for light-triggered molecular devices, data storage, and chemical sensing platforms.
• Dye-Sensitized Systems: Acting as a sensitizing dye in research for solar cells and photocatalytic applications due to its broad absorption profile.
• Advanced Polymer Research: Incorporation into side-chain or main-chain polymers to create materials with photo-responsive behavior.
• Analytical Chemistry: Potential use as a derivatization agent or a probe in spectroscopic analysis and detection methods.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: Serving as a high-purity building block for synthetic chemistry and novel material discovery.

Basic Information

Product Name	4'-Dioctylamino-2-Nitro-4-Trifluoroacetylazobenzene
CAS No.	684281-90-1
Molecular Formula	C30H41F3N4O3
Molecular Weight	562.67 g/mol
Synonyms	4'-(Dioctylamino)-2-nitro-4-(trifluoroacetyl)azobenzene; 2-Nitro-4'-(dioctylamino)-4-(trifluoroacetyl)azobenzene; 4-Trifluoroacetyl-4'-dioctylamino-2-nitroazobenzene; NLO Chromophore Derivative; Azo Dye N1; Photochromic Azobenzene Derivative; (E)-1-(4-((4-(Dioctylamino)phenyl)diazenyl)-3-nitrophenyl)-2,2,2-trifluoroethan-1-one
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 4'-Dioctylamino-2-Nitro-4-Trifluoroacetylazobenzene adheres to stringent internal quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and development applications. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The compound is light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to light should be avoided to prevent degradation. Keep the container sealed in a dry environment to minimize moisture uptake.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Orange to dark red crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.