Description

4-Dibutylaminocinnamaldehyde is a specialized organic compound belonging to the class of cinnamaldehyde derivatives, characterized by its dibutylamino substituent. This structural feature makes it a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for the development of functional dyes, pigments, and photoactive materials. It is essential for research and industrial applications in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and material science sectors where precise molecular modification is required.

Application

• Synthesis of Functional Dyes and Pigments: Acts as a key precursor for creating novel chromophores with specific light-absorption and emission properties.
• Organic Semiconductor Research: Used in the development of charge-transport materials and photoactive layers for optoelectronic devices.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a building block in the synthesis of complex molecules with potential biological activity.
• Chemical Sensor Development: Employed in the fabrication of chemosensors due to its reactive aldehyde group and conjugated system, which can be tailored for specific analyte detection.
• Liquid Crystal and Advanced Material Synthesis: Utilized as a mesogenic precursor or modifier in the production of specialty polymers and liquid crystalline materials.
• Photopolymerization Initiators: Can be incorporated into systems designed for UV-curable coatings, inks, and adhesives.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Dibutylaminocinnamaldehyde
CAS No.	90134-11-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₇H₂₅NO
Molecular Weight	259.39 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(Dibutylamino)cinnamaldehyde; Cinnamaldehyde, 4-(dibutylamino)-; p-(Dibutylamino)cinnamaldehyde; 3-[4-(Dibutylamino)phenyl]-2-propenal; (E)-4-(Dibutylamino)cinnamaldehyde; 4-Dibutylaminobenzylideneacetaldehyde; 90134-11-5
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Dibutylaminocinnamaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, guaranteeing traceability and consistent quality.

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). This compound is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to maintain 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%

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