Description

Zinc Tetrahydroxyphthalocyanine is a high-performance, functionalized metallophthalocyanine pigment and photosensitizer. This compound is valued for its exceptional light absorption properties and chemical stability, making it a critical component in advanced material science and photodynamic applications. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the specialty chemicals, advanced pigments, and photomedical research sectors seeking reliable, high-purity functional materials.

Application

• As a key photosensitizer in photodynamic therapy (PDT) research and related biomedical applications.
• Primary component in the formulation of high-grade, light-fast blue and green organic pigments for coatings, inks, and plastics.
• Functional material in the development of organic photoconductors (OPCs) for photocopiers and laser printers.
• Used in catalytic systems for oxidation reactions due to its metal-centered catalytic activity.
• Critical for research and production of dye-sensitized solar cells (DSSCs) and other optoelectronic devices.
• Acts as a chemical sensor material for detecting specific gases or analytes.
• Employed in the synthesis of advanced coordination polymers and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).

Basic Information

Product Name	Zinc Tetrahydroxyphthalocyanine
CAS No.	113383-08-7
Molecular Formula	C₃₂H₁₆N₈O₄Zn
Molecular Weight	642.89 g/mol
Synonyms	Zinc Phthalocyanine Tetrol; Tetrahydroxy Zinc Phthalocyanine; Zinc(II) 2,9,16,23-Tetrahydroxyphthalocyanine; ZnPc(OH)₄; ZnTHPC; Photosensitizer 4; C.I. Pigment Blue 75 (derivative); Tetrahydroxy Zinc Phthalocyanine Complex
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Quality Control

Our Zinc Tetrahydroxyphthalocyanine is manufactured under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and UV-Vis spectroscopy. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment 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). This material is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark blue to green powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Zinc Content	9.5 - 10.5 %
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %
Residue on Ignition	≤ 1.0 %
Solubility	Insoluble in water; Soluble in DMSO, DMF

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