Description

4-(Phenylazo)Benzoic Acid Ethyl Ester is an azo dye intermediate and a versatile chemical building block characterized by its distinct molecular structure. This compound is valued for its role in synthesizing colorants and as a precursor in advanced material science research. It is primarily sought by manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the dye and pigment, liquid crystal display (LCD), and specialty chemical industries.

Application

• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: A key intermediate for the synthesis of various azo dyes and organic pigments used in textiles, inks, and plastics.
• Liquid Crystal Displays (LCDs): Used in research and development of liquid crystal materials and photo-alignment layers for electronic displays.
• Chemical Research: Serves as a valuable building block in organic synthesis for creating novel compounds with specific optical or electronic properties.
• Analytical Chemistry: Can be employed as a standard or reagent in chromatographic analysis and spectroscopic studies.
• Photoresist Materials: Investigated for potential use in the formulation of light-sensitive resins for microelectronics and printing.
• Nonlinear Optics (NLO): Studied for applications in photonic devices due to its molecular structure which may exhibit nonlinear optical effects.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(Phenylazo)Benzoic Acid Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	7508-68-1
Molecular Formula	C15H14N2O2
Molecular Weight	254.29 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 4-(Phenylazo)benzoate; Ethyl p-(Phenylazo)benzoate; 4-(Phenylazo)benzoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Benzoic acid, 4-(phenylazo)-, ethyl ester; Ethyl 4-Benzeneazobenzoate; Azo Dye Yellow 3G Intermediate; p-(Phenylazo)benzoic Acid Ethyl Ester
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Quality Control

Our 4-(Phenylazo)Benzoic Acid Ethyl Ester is produced under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistent performance. We provide traceable Certificates of Analysis (COA) with key parameters including assay, identification, and impurity profiles to support your quality assurance requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to direct light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	95 - 99 °C
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.