Description

2-[[[4-(Phenylazo)Phenyl]Methyl]Thio]Ethanol is a specialized organic compound featuring a phenylazo chromophore linked to a thioethanol functional group, making it a valuable intermediate for advanced material synthesis. This structure provides unique reactivity for creating functional dyes, photoactive polymers, and surface-modifying agents. It is primarily sought by R&D and production teams in the fine chemical, specialty polymer, and advanced material sectors.

Application

• Functional Dye Intermediate: Serves as a key building block for synthesizing azo dyes and pigments with specific light-absorption or color properties.
• Photoactive Polymer Synthesis: Used in the development of polymers for applications in photoresists, optical data storage, and light-sensitive coatings.
• Surface Modification Agent: The thioethanol group can facilitate attachment to metal or semiconductor surfaces, useful in creating self-assembled monolayers (SAMs).
• Liquid Crystal & Display Material Research: Acts as a precursor or dopant in the research of advanced display technologies due to its aromatic and azo-based structure.
• Chemical Sensor Development: Employed in research for creating chemosensors where the azo group acts as a signaling unit upon binding with specific analytes.
• Pharmaceutical & Agrochemical Intermediates: Utilized in the synthesis of more complex molecules for biological testing and active ingredient development.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-[[[4-(Phenylazo)Phenyl]Methyl]Thio]Ethanol
CAS No.	84712-96-9
Molecular Formula	C15H16N2OS
Molecular Weight	272.37 g/mol
Synonyms	2-({[4-(Phenylazo)phenyl]methyl}sulfanyl)ethanol; 2-[[(4-Phenylazophenyl)methyl]thio]ethanol; 2-Hydroxyethyl (4-phenylazobenzyl) sulfide; 4-(Phenylazo)benzyl 2-hydroxyethyl sulfide; (4-Phenylazobenzyl)(2-hydroxyethyl)sulfide; 2-[(4-Phenylazobenzyl)thio]ethanol; 84712-96-9
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 2-[[[4-(Phenylazo)Phenyl]Methyl]Thio]Ethanol adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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 strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to preserve stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder or solid
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.