Description

4-(p-Dihexadecylaminostyryl)-n-Methylquinolinium Iodide is a specialized cationic cyanine dye with a long hydrophobic alkyl chain structure. This compound is valued for its strong fluorescence and unique amphiphilic properties, making it a critical component in advanced material science and analytical chemistry. It is primarily sought by researchers and manufacturers in the fields of photovoltaics, organic electronics, and as a fluorescent probe for membrane studies.

Application

• Organic Photovoltaic (OPV) Cells: Used as a light-harvesting or electron-transport material in the active layer of solar cells.
• Fluorescent Probes for Biomembranes: Employed in biophysical research to study membrane potential, fluidity, and organization due to its lipophilic tail and charged head group.
• Non-Linear Optical (NLO) Materials: A key chromophore for developing materials with second- or third-order optical nonlinearities for photonic devices.
• Dye-Sensitized Systems: Acts as a sensitizer in various photo-electrochemical applications.
• Chemical Sensors: Utilized in the fabrication of fluorescence-based sensors for detecting specific ions or molecules.
• Advanced Material Research: Serves as a building block for supramolecular assemblies and liquid crystalline materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(p-Dihexadecylaminostyryl)-n-Methylquinolinium Iodide
CAS No.	135367-81-6
Molecular Formula	C55H91IN2
Molecular Weight	915.21 g/mol
Synonyms	4-[4-(Dihexadecylamino)styryl]-1-methylquinolinium iodide; Di-16: ASQ; D-288; ASQ (Di-16); 1-Methyl-4-[4-(dihexadecylamino)styryl]quinolinium iodide; Fluorescent styryl dye D-288; Membrane potential probe D-288; Cationic amphiphilic cyanine dye
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Quality Control

Our 4-(p-Dihexadecylaminostyryl)-n-Methylquinolinium Iodide is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and spectroscopic methods for identity confirmation, to ensure high batch-to-batch consistency and performance reliability for research and development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; ensure the container is sealed tightly after each use to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture and light.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark green to black crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Solubility	Soluble in chloroform, DMSO, DMF; sparingly soluble in methanol
Fluorescence	Excitation/Emission maxima to be provided on COA

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