Description

4,6,8-Trimethylazulene is a distinctive blue-violet hydrocarbon belonging to the azulene class of non-benzenoid aromatic compounds. Its unique chromophore and electronic structure make it a valuable intermediate and research chemical for advanced material science and organic synthesis. This compound is primarily sought by R&D chemists and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, organic electronics, and specialty dye sectors for developing novel functional materials.

Application

• Organic Semiconductor Research: Serves as a core building block for novel π-conjugated materials and charge-transport layers due to its unique electronic properties.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of potential pharmacologically active molecules, leveraging the azulene scaffold's biological activity.
• Specialty Dyes and Pigments: Acts as a precursor for developing high-value, color-stable dyes with specific spectral characteristics.
• Advanced Material Development: Employed in creating novel polymers, liquid crystals, and non-linear optical (NLO) materials.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: A key reference compound for spectroscopic studies and mechanistic investigations in organic chemistry.
• Photostability Studies: Utilized as a model compound to study degradation pathways and stabilization of colored aromatic systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	4,6,8-Trimethylazulene
CAS No.	941-81-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₄
Molecular Weight	170.25 g/mol
Synonyms	1,3,5-Trimethylazulene; 4,6,8-Trimethyl-1H-cyclopenta[cd]pentalene; Azulene, 4,6,8-trimethyl-; NSC 406915; 1,3,5-Trimethyl-1H-cyclopenta[cd]pentalene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4,6,8-Trimethylazulene is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity verification and spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR) for structural confirmation. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profile is provided with every shipment to ensure traceability and compliance with your research or production standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Blue to violet crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95% (Standard Grade)
Melting Point	Contact for details

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.