Description
6-[4-(4-Hexyloxyphenylazo)phenoxy]hexyl acrylate (CAS No. 123948-06-1) is a high-purity, synthetic organic compound with the molecular formula C27H36N2O4. This azo-based acrylate derivative is designed for advanced research applications, particularly in the fields of liquid crystals, photoresponsive materials, and polymer science. The compound features a hexyloxy-substituted phenylazo group linked to a hexyl acrylate moiety, enabling unique light-responsive and polymerizable properties. With a molecular weight of 452.59 g/mol, it is supplied as a solid or in solution, depending on customer requirements. Strict quality control ensures ≥95% purity (HPLC), making it ideal for precise experimental work. Store in a cool, dark environment to maintain stability.
Properties
- CAS Number: 123948-06-1
- Complexity: 538
- IUPAC Name: 6-[4-(4-hexoxyphenyl)azophenoxy]hexyl prop-2-enoate
- InChI: InChI=1S/C27H36N2O4/c1-3-5-6-9-20-31-25-16-12-23(13-17-25)28-29-24-14-18-26(19-15-24)32-21-10-7-8-11-22-33-27(30)4-2/h4,12-19H,2-3,5-11,20-22H2,1H3
- InChI Key: YZOBFCBAODPXQB-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- Exact Mass: 452.26750763
- Molecular Formula: C27H36N2O4
- Molecular Weight: 452.6
- SMILES: CCCCCCOC1=CC=C(C=C1)N=NC2=CC=C(C=C2)OCCCCCCOC(=O)C=C
- Topological: 69.5
- Monoisotopic Mass: 452.26750763
- Synonyms: 6-(4-((4-(Hexyloxy)phenyl)diazenyl)phenoxy)hexyl acrylate, 6-[4-[[4-(Hexyloxy)phenyl]diazenyl]phenoxy]hexyl Acrylate, SY297905, 6-[4-(4-hexyloxyphenylazo)phenoxy]hexyl acrylate, 123948-06-1
Application
This compound is primarily used in the development of photoresponsive liquid crystal polymers and smart materials. Its azo group allows for reversible trans-cis isomerization under light exposure, enabling applications in optical data storage and light-driven actuators. Researchers also utilize it as a monomer for synthesizing functional polymers with tunable surface properties. The hexyloxy chain enhances solubility in organic solvents for processing into thin films.
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