Description

Dicyano-Cobalt(III)-Tetrakis(4-(Trimethylammonio)Phenyl)Porphyrin is a highly functionalized, water-soluble metalloporphyrin complex featuring cationic substituents. This compound is valued for its unique electrochemical and photophysical properties, making it a sophisticated tool in advanced materials research and catalysis. It is primarily utilized by researchers and developers in the fields of artificial photosynthesis, molecular electronics, and as a model system for studying electron transfer processes.

Application

• Catalysis Research: As a model catalyst for studying oxygen reduction reactions (ORR) and water oxidation, relevant to fuel cell and energy conversion technologies.
• Advanced Materials: A key building block for constructing supramolecular assemblies, molecular wires, and conductive thin films for electronic devices.
• Biomimetic Studies: Serving as a synthetic analog to heme proteins for investigating biological electron transport and enzymatic mechanisms.
• Sensor Development: Potential use in the design of chemical sensors and biosensors due to its redox-active and chromogenic properties.
• Photodynamic Therapy (PDT) Research: Investigated for its photosensitizing capabilities in preliminary medical and biological research.
• Dye-Sensitized Systems: Component in the study of light-harvesting complexes and dye-sensitized solar cells (DSSCs).

Basic Information

Product Name	Dicyano-Cobalt(III)-Tetrakis(4-(Trimethylammonio)Phenyl)Porphyrin
CAS No.	129232-36-6
Molecular Formula	C56H56CoN104+ • 4X- (X = counterion)
Molecular Weight	Contact for details (varies with counterion)
Synonyms	Cobalt(III) Tetrakis(4-trimethylammoniophenyl)porphyrin Dicyanide; Tetrakis(4-trimethylammoniophenyl)porphyrinatocobalt(III) Dicyanide; [CoIII(TAPP)(CN)2]+; Cobalt TAPP dicyanide; Aquacyanocobalt(III)-meso-tetrakis(4-N,N,N-trimethylanilinium)porphyrin (related form); Cationic Cobalt Porphyrin Complex
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our high-purity specialty chemicals undergo rigorous analytical characterization to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and identity. Each lot is supplied with a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as purity, counterion content, and spectroscopic verification. We adhere to strict internal quality standards to support reliable research outcomes. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a desiccated environment to prevent degradation. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark green to black solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95% (Area %)
Counterion Content	As specified (e.g., Chloride, Tetrafluoroborate)
UV-Vis Spectroscopy	Characteristic Soret and Q bands present
Water Content (KF)	< 2.0 %

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