Azobenzene

SKU: orb1310450

Description

Azobenzene is a versatile phototrigger for constructing light-responsive molecular systems in photopharmacology and materials science. It is widely used in vitro for optogenetics and smart materials, and in vivo studies have shown it to be genotoxic, inducing aggressive abdominal sarcomas.

Research Area

Immunology & Inflammation

Key Properties

• CAS Number: 103-33-3
• MW: 182.2212
• Purity: >99.99% (May vary between batches)
• Formula: C₁₂H₁₀N₂
• SMILES: C1=CC=C(C=C1)\N=N\C1=CC=CC=C1
• Target: Others,ROS
• Solubility: DMSO:150 mg/mL (823.18 mM)

Storage & Handling

• Storage: -20°C
• Expiration Date: 12 months from date of receipt.
• Disclaimer: For research use only

Alternative Names

Diazene, Diphenyldiazene, Azobenzene

Compound Identifiers

PubChem CID

2272