Description

1,1',3,3,3',3'-Hexamethylindotricarbocyanine Perchlorate is a high-purity, near-infrared (NIR) absorbing cyanine dye salt, essential for advanced photonic and diagnostic applications. Its core value lies in its strong absorbance and fluorescence in the NIR region, enabling sensitive detection and imaging where background interference is minimal. This compound is critically needed by researchers and manufacturers in the biotechnology, medical diagnostics, and materials science sectors for applications such as fluorescence labeling, optical data storage, and laser technology.

Application

• Fluorescent Labeling & Probes: Used as a covalent label for biomolecules (proteins, nucleic acids) in fluorescence microscopy, flow cytometry, and in vivo imaging due to its NIR emission.
• Optical Data Storage: Serves as a key photosensitive material in the development of recordable optical discs and holographic storage media.
• Laser Dyes & Nonlinear Optics: Employed as a gain medium in tunable dye lasers and in the research of nonlinear optical properties for photonic devices.
• Photodynamic Therapy (PDT) Research: Investigated as a potential photosensitizer for cancer treatment, leveraging its light absorption to generate reactive oxygen species.
• Sensor Development: Incorporated into chemical and biological sensors where a NIR fluorescent signal is required for detection.
• Semiconductor & Nanomaterial Research: Used in the surface functionalization and study of energy transfer processes in quantum dots and other nanomaterials.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,1',3,3,3',3'-Hexamethylindotricarbocyanine Perchlorate
CAS No.	16595-48-5
Molecular Formula	C37H41ClN2O4
Molecular Weight	613.19 g/mol
Synonyms	HMIDC Perchlorate; IR-125; 1,1',3,3,3',3'-Hexamethylindotricarbocyanine Iodide analog (perchlorate salt); 2-[7-(1,3-Dihydro-1,1,3-trimethyl-2H-benz[e]indol-2-ylidene)-1,3,5-heptatrienyl]-1,1,3-trimethyl-1H-benz[e]indolium Perchlorate; NIR Cyanine Dye; Tricarbocyanine Dye; Heptamethine Cyanine Dye Perchlorate Salt
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Quality Control

Our 1,1',3,3,3',3'-Hexamethylindotricarbocyanine Perchlorate is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, spectrophotometry for absorbance profile verification, and elemental analysis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and relevant physical data is provided to ensure compliance with your research and manufacturing specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C under an inert atmosphere (e.g., argon or nitrogen) to prevent oxidation. Keep away from strong acids and oxidizing agents. For long-term stability, desiccate if the container is opened frequently.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark green to blue-black crystalline powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Absorbance Maximum (λmax)	785 - 795 nm (in methanol)
Extinction Coefficient (ε)	≥ 200,000 L·mol⁻¹·cm⁻¹
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0 %
Residue on Ignition (Sulfated Ash)	≤ 0.5 %

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