Description

4-(Phenylmethoxy)Azobenzene is a specialized aromatic azo compound with a benzyloxy substituent. This structural feature makes it a valuable intermediate and functional material in advanced chemical synthesis and material science. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the fine chemical and specialty materials sectors. The compound is supplied with a focus on high purity and batch-to-batch consistency to meet rigorous application demands.

Application

• Liquid Crystal Displays (LCDs): Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of photo-responsive and dichroic dyes for display technologies.
• Organic Photovoltaics (OPV): Serves as a building block for developing novel organic semiconductors and light-harvesting materials.
• Non-linear Optical (NLO) Materials: Acts as a precursor for chromophores with high hyperpolarizability for electro-optic applications.
• Advanced Polymer Synthesis: Incorporated as a functional monomer to create polymers with specific light-absorption or switching properties.
• Chemical Research: Employed as a standard or reagent in studies involving azo chemistry, molecular switches, and photochromism.
• Dye and Pigment Industry: Functions as an intermediate for synthesizing specialized azo dyes and pigments with enhanced performance characteristics.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(Phenylmethoxy)Azobenzene
CAS No.	75365-76-3
Molecular Formula	C19H16N2O
Molecular Weight	288.35 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(Benzyloxy)azobenzene; p-(Benzyloxy)azobenzene; Azobenzene, 4-(phenylmethoxy)-; 1-Benzyloxy-4-phenylazobenzene; NSC 403119; 4-Benzyloxyazobenzene; (4-Benzyloxyphenyl)phenyl-diazene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-(Phenylmethoxy)Azobenzene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch is analyzed to ensure high chemical purity and identity, with testing typically including identification (IR), assay (HPLC), and control of related substances. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and 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 heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its light-sensitive nature, handling should be performed under subdued lighting where practical.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
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.