Description

4,4'-Di(Methacryloylamino)Azobenzene is a specialized functional monomer featuring both azo and methacrylate groups. This compound matters for its unique ability to impart photoresponsive properties and crosslinking functionality into polymeric materials. Industries such as advanced materials research, photonics, and specialty polymer manufacturing need it to develop smart coatings, optical data storage media, and light-responsive hydrogels.

Application

• As a photoresponsive crosslinker in the synthesis of smart polymers and hydrogels.
• Key monomer for manufacturing advanced optical materials used in data storage and holography.
• In the research and development of light-switchable surfaces and coatings for sensors.
• As a functional additive to create photo-alignment layers in liquid crystal displays (LCDs).
• For the production of specialty adhesives and sealants with tunable curing properties.
• In academic and industrial R&D for studying azo-polymer chemistry and photomechanical effects.

Basic Information

Product Name	4,4'-Di(Methacryloylamino)Azobenzene
CAS No.	76961-11-0
Molecular Formula	C22H22N4O4
Molecular Weight	406.44 g/mol
Synonyms	4,4'-Bis(methacryloylamino)azobenzene; N,N'-(Diazene-1,2-diylbis(4,1-phenylene))bis(2-methylacrylamide); 4,4'-Di(methacrylamido)azobenzene; Azo-bis-methacrylamide; Photoresponsive azo crosslinker; Light-sensitive azo monomer
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4,4'-Di(Methacryloylamino)Azobenzene is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and FT-IR. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your R&D and production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive nature, handling should be performed under subdued light or amber glass to prevent photodegradation. Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Orange to 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.