Description

Iron Tetrasulfophthalocyanine is a synthetic, organometallic macrocyclic compound belonging to the phthalocyanine family. This compound is valued for its unique catalytic and photosensitizing properties, making it a critical functional material in advanced chemical processes. It is primarily sought by manufacturers and researchers in the chemical synthesis, environmental technology, and materials science sectors for developing efficient catalysts and functional dyes.

Application

• Oxidation Catalyst: Used as a catalyst in the selective oxidation of various organic substrates, including hydrocarbons and alcohols.
• Environmental Remediation: Employed in advanced oxidation processes (AOPs) for the degradation of organic pollutants in wastewater.
• Photosensitizer: Acts as a key component in dye-sensitized solar cells (DSSCs) and photodynamic therapy research due to its light absorption characteristics.
• Chemical Sensor Development: Utilized in the fabrication of electrochemical and optical sensors for detecting gases or specific analytes.
• Polymer Modification: Serves as a functional additive to impart specific catalytic or electronic properties to polymeric materials.
• Research & Development: A vital reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new catalytic cycles and material properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Iron Tetrasulfophthalocyanine
CAS No.	1277-38-9
Molecular Formula	C32H12FeN8O12S4
Molecular Weight	892.53 g/mol
Synonyms	Iron Phthalocyanine Tetrasulfonic Acid; Tetrasulfonated Iron Phthalocyanine; Iron(II) Phthalocyanine-tetrasulfonic Acid; FePc(SO3H)4; FeTSPc; Iron Phthalocyanine-4,4',4'',4'''-tetrasulfonic Acid; Tetrasulfophthalocyanine Iron; Iron (II) Tetrasulfophthalocyanine
EINECS	215-082-5

Quality Control

Our Iron Tetrasulfophthalocyanine is manufactured under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Quality is verified through a suite of analytical techniques including HPLC, UV-Vis spectroscopy, and elemental analysis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to meet rigorous industry and research standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is sealed after each use to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark blue to greenish-black powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Iron (Fe) Content	5.8 - 6.5 %
Sulfur Content	13.5 - 14.5 %
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0 %
Residue on Ignition	≤ 1.0 %

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.