Used primarily in the formulation of liquid crystal mixtures for display technologies. Its thermotropic properties enable stable mesophase behavior over a broad temperature range, making it suitable for use in temperature-sensitive optical devices. Commonly found in guest-host liquid crystal systems where it acts as a pleochroic dye, contributing to contrast and color performance in electro-optical applications. Also investigated for use in nonlinear optical materials due to its polarizable azo and azoxy groups. Its long alkyl chains enhance solubility in organic solvents and improve compatibility with other liquid crystal components, aiding in the development of stable, high-performance mixtures for specialized displays and sensors.