Description

1,1'-Dibutyl-3,3,3',3'-Tetramethylindotricarbocyanine Hexafluorophosphate is a near-infrared (NIR) absorbing cyanine dye salt, valued for its strong fluorescence and photostability in demanding environments. This compound is essential for advanced research and development requiring precise optical properties in the NIR spectrum. It is primarily needed by industries and research institutions focused on materials science, photovoltaics, and the development of optical sensors and imaging agents.

Application

• Optical Sensor Development: Used as a key chromophore in the fabrication of NIR-sensitive chemical sensors and biosensors.
• Photovoltaic Research: Employed in dye-sensitized solar cells (DSSCs) and organic photovoltaics (OPVs) for light-harvesting applications.
• Non-Linear Optics (NLO): Serves as a material for studying and developing devices based on non-linear optical phenomena.
• Fluorescent Labeling & Probes: Acts as a building block for synthesizing NIR-fluorescent labels and probes for biological imaging.
• Laser Dye & Optical Recording Media: Utilized in the formulation of laser dyes and materials for optical data storage.
• Polymer & Material Modification: Incorporated into polymers and coatings to impart specific optical or electronic characteristics.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,1'-Dibutyl-3,3,3',3'-Tetramethylindotricarbocyanine Hexafluorophosphate
CAS No.	134339-08-5
Molecular Formula	C39H49F6N2P
Molecular Weight	690.78 g/mol
Synonyms	IR-1061; IR 1061; IR1061; 1,1'-Dibutyl-3,3,3',3'-tetramethylindotricarbocyanine perchlorate (common analog); DTTCI; DTTCI PF6; DTTCI Hexafluorophosphate; 2-[7-(1,3-Dihydro-1,1-dimethyl-3-butyl-2H-benz[e]indol-2-ylidene)-1,3,5-heptatrienyl]-1,1-dimethyl-3-butyl-1H-benz[e]indolium hexafluorophosphate
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Quality Control

Our 1,1'-Dibutyl-3,3,3',3'-Tetramethylindotricarbocyanine Hexafluorophosphate is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistent performance for research and industrial applications. Comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic and spectroscopic data 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). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled in a dry environment to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark green to blue-black crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5 %
Solubility	Soluble in dichloromethane, DMF, DMSO

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