2-(4-aminophenyl)-5-aminobenzoxazole (APBOA) CAS 13676-47-6
APBOA CAS 13676-47-6 for Heteroaromatic Polyimide Synthesis
2-(4-Aminophenyl)-5-aminobenzoxazole, commonly known as APBOA or DAPBO, is a heteroaromatic diamine monomer used as a structural building block in high-performance polyimide, copolyimide and specialty polymer synthesis. Its rigid benzoxazole core and dual amine functionality make APBOA relevant to polymer systems where thermal resistance, molecular rigidity, mechanical performance and chemical resistance need to be balanced.
APBOA belongs to the broader category of polyimide diamine monomers and is also part of Aure Chemical’s polyimide diamine monomers supply portfolio. It is often considered in rigid, heat-resistant, membrane-related and specialty functional polyimide material development, depending on the paired dianhydride, formulation and processing conditions.
Basic Information of APBOA
| Product Name | 2-(4-Aminophenyl)-5-aminobenzoxazole |
|---|---|
| Synonym | 5-Amino-2-(4-aminophenyl)benzoxazole |
| Abbreviation | APBOA / DAPBO |
| CAS Number | 13676-47-6 |
| Product Type | Heteroaromatic benzoxazole diamine monomer |
| Molecular Formula | C13H11N3O |
| Molecular Weight | 225.25 g/mol |
| Appearance | Off-white to tan solid |
| Purity | ≥ 99%; batch data should be confirmed when COA is available |
| Main Application | Rigid, heat-resistant and specialty functional polyimide synthesis |
| Package | 1 kg/bottle, 20 kg/drum, or customized packaging |
| Documents | SDS, TDS and available product information upon request; COA to be confirmed by batch availability |
| Storage | Keep sealed, dry, and away from moisture |
| Molecular Structure | ![]() |
Key Features in Polyimide Design
Heteroaromatic benzoxazole diamine structure, relevant to rigid and heat-resistant polyimide diamine monomers.
Rigid benzoxazole core may support molecular stiffness, thermal resistance and mechanical performance depending on the paired dianhydride and polymer architecture.
Dual amine functionality makes APBOA suitable for evaluation with selected dianhydride monomers in high-performance PI synthesis.
APBOA can be considered in specialty functional polyimide materials where rigidity, chemical resistance and structure-property control are important.
Final material properties depend on monomer purity, dianhydride selection, solvent system, imidization conditions and polymer processing method.
Pairing APBOA with Dianhydride Monomers
In polyimide synthesis, APBOA may be evaluated with selected polyimide dianhydride monomers to design rigid, heat-resistant and specialty PI systems. Rigid aromatic dianhydrides such as BPDA CAS 2420-87-3 or BTDA CAS 2421-28-5 may support thermal resistance and dimensional stability.
Fluorinated dianhydrides such as 6FDA CAS 1107-00-2 may be considered when free volume, gas transport behavior, optical behavior or dielectric properties are part of the target polymer design. Ether-containing dianhydrides such as ODPA CAS 1823-59-2 may help adjust processability and film-forming behavior.
Application Context of APBOA in Polyimide Systems
APBOA is typically used as a structural diamine monomer rather than a finished application material. It is commonly discussed in rigid, heat-resistant, membrane-related and specialty functional polyimide material development, where benzoxazole structure and aromatic rigidity can influence polymer performance.
High-temperature polyimide applications – thermal resistance and rigid polymer material environments.
Gas separation membrane research – APBOA-containing polyimide systems may be evaluated where molecular rigidity, free volume and gas transport behavior are important design factors.
Electronics and semiconductor polyimide applications – insulation, dielectric and thermally stable material requirements.
Specialty functional polyimide materials – benzoxazole-containing diamine selection for advanced polymer research.
SDS, TDS and Technical Documentation
Aure Chemical can provide SDS, TDS, typical product information and packaging details for APBOA CAS 13676-47-6 upon request. Since no batch COA has been provided for this page, final purity, appearance and batch-specific data should be confirmed when an available COA is supplied before order confirmation.
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Packaging, Logistics & Compliance Capabilities
Aure Chemical provides flexible packaging solutions, compliant logistics arrangements, and controlled storage practices to support laboratory-scale, pilot-scale, and commercial-scale global supply.
Packaging Options
- 25 kg / 50 kg bags (fiber drum, aluminum bag, HDPE drum)
- 100 kg / 200 kg steel or HDPE drums
- 500 kg / 1000 kg IBC containers
- Bulk liquids in ISO tank containers
- Customized packaging upon request
Transportation Modes
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- Air freight for selected products
- Road and rail transportation
- Dangerous & non-dangerous cargo handling
- Incoterms: EXW, FOB, CFR, CIF, DAP, DDP
Storage & Handling
- Dry, cool, and well-ventilated warehouses
- Segregation by hazard class
- FIFO inventory management
- Temperature-controlled storage if required
- Regular inspection & labeling control
Documentation & Compliance
- Safety Data Sheet (SDS)
- Certificate of Analysis (COA)
- Dangerous Goods Declaration (DGD)
- Packing List & Commercial Invoice
- IMDG / IATA / ADR compliant labeling
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