Schiff Base

Name:
Schiff Base
Detailed information:
A class of compounds derived by chemical reaction (condensation) of aldehydes or ketones with primary amines. The general formula is RR′X═NR″.

Properties:

Usually colorless, crystalline solids, although some are dyes. Very weakly basic and hydrolyzed by water and strong acids to carbonyl compounds and amines.

Use:

Rubber accelerators; dyes (phenylene blue and naphthol blue); chemical intermediate; liquid crystals in electronic display systems; perfume base.