Description

6-Chloro-2-[2-(3-[(6-Chloro-1-Ethylbenz[C,D,]Indole-2[1H]-Ylidene)Ethylidene]-2-Phenyl-1-Cyclopenten-1-Yl)Ethenyl]-1-Ethylbenz[C,D]Indolium Tetrafluoroborate is a high-purity, functional organic salt belonging to the cyanine dye family, valued for its strong near-infrared (NIR) absorption and fluorescence properties. This compound is critical for advanced applications requiring precise optical characteristics and photostability. It is primarily sought by manufacturers and researchers in the photonics, optical data storage, and biomedical imaging sectors.

Application

• NIR-Absorbing Dyes & Pigments: A key chromophore for formulating dyes and pigments with specific absorption in the near-infrared spectrum.
• Optical Data Storage Media: Used in the production of recordable optical discs (e.g., CD-R, DVD-R) as a light-absorbing layer.
• Laser & Photonics Applications: Serves as a saturable absorber or gain medium in tunable dye lasers and other photonic devices.
• Biomedical Imaging & Sensing: Potential use as a fluorescent probe or contrast agent in bioimaging and diagnostic assays due to its NIR fluorescence.
• Non-Linear Optical (NLO) Materials: A functional component in the development of materials for frequency doubling and electro-optic modulation.
• Solar Cell & Photovoltaic Research: Investigated as a sensitizer in dye-sensitized solar cells (DSSCs) to enhance light harvesting.
• Security Inks & Taggants: Utilized in covert security printing and anti-counterfeiting measures due to its unique optical signature.
• Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: Acts as a specialized building block for synthesizing more complex cyanine dye derivatives.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Chloro-2-[2-(3-[(6-Chloro-1-Ethylbenz[C,D,]Indole-2[1H]-Ylidene)Ethylidene]-2-Phenyl-1-Cyclopenten-1-Yl)Ethenyl]-1-Ethylbenz[C,D]Indolium Tetrafluoroborate
CAS No.	100012-45-1
Molecular Formula	C40H33BCl2F4N2
Molecular Weight	699.41 g/mol
Synonyms	IR-1061; Cryptocyanine Derivative; NIR Cyanine Dye; 1-Ethyl-2-[2-[3-[(1-ethyl-6-chloro-1,3-dihydro-2H-benz[cd]indol-2-ylidene)ethylidene]-2-phenyl-1-cyclopenten-1-yl]ethenyl]-6-chloro-1H-benz[cd]indolium tetrafluoroborate; Heptamethine Cyanine Dye; 2-[2-[3-[(6-Chloro-1-ethyl-1H-benz[cd]indol-2(3H)-ylidene)ethylidene]-2-phenyl-1-cyclopenten-1-yl]ethenyl]-6-chloro-1-ethyl-1H-benz[cd]indolium tetrafluoroborate; BF4 salt of IR-1061
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Quality Control

Our production of 6-Chloro-2-[2-(3-[(6-Chloro-1-Ethylbenz[C,D,]Indole-2[1H]-Ylidene)Ethylidene]-2-Phenyl-1-Cyclopenten-1-Yl)Ethenyl]-1-Ethylbenz[C,D]Indolium Tetrafluoroborate adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and performance reliability for critical optical applications. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and key spectral properties are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; containers must be kept tightly sealed in a desiccated environment to prevent degradation and maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark green to blue-black crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0% (Area Percent)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
UV-Vis Absorption (λmax)	Characteristic peak in NIR region

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