Description

Zinc Phthalocyanine is a high-performance, synthetic organic pigment and functional material characterized by its intense color and excellent chemical stability. Its core value lies in its exceptional lightfastness, thermal stability, and unique electronic properties, making it a critical component in advanced industrial applications. This compound is essential for manufacturers and researchers in the pigments, dyes, photodynamic therapy, and organic semiconductor sectors seeking reliable, high-purity materials.

Application

• High-Performance Pigments & Dyes: Used in the formulation of inks, coatings, and plastics requiring superior color strength, brightness, and weather resistance.
• Photodynamic Therapy (PDT) Agents: Serves as a potent photosensitizer in medical research and therapeutic applications for targeted cancer treatment.
• Organic Photoconductors (OPCs): A key charge-generating material in photocopiers, laser printers, and other electrophotographic devices.
• Organic Semiconductor Research: Investigated for use in organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), photovoltaic cells, and field-effect transistors (FETs) due to its charge transport properties.
• Catalysis: Employed as a catalyst or catalyst precursor in various chemical synthesis and oxidation reactions.
• Chemical Sensors: Utilized in the development of optical and electrochemical sensors for detecting gases or specific analytes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Zinc Phthalocyanine
CAS No.	14320-04-8
Molecular Formula	C₃₂H₁₆N₈Zn
Molecular Weight	577.88 g/mol
Synonyms	Zinc Phthalocyanine; Zinc(II) Phthalocyanine; Phthalocyanine Zinc; CI 74160; Pigment Blue 15:4 (specific polymorph); ZnPc; Tetrabenzoporphyrazine Zinc Complex; Zinc Tetrabenzoporphyrazine
EINECS	238-273-5

Quality Control

Our Zinc Phthalocyanine is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including purity assay and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets stringent specifications for advanced applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and physical characteristics are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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). Keep away from incompatible materials. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to direct light should be avoided to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark blue to violet powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %
Residue on Ignition (Sulfated Ash)	≤ 1.0 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Specific Impurities (HPLC)	Contact for details

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