Description

Silicon Phthalocyanine is an organometallic complex featuring a silicon atom coordinated within a phthalocyanine macrocyclic ligand. This compound is valued for its unique photophysical and electrochemical properties, making it a critical functional material in advanced technology sectors. It is primarily sought by researchers and manufacturers in the fields of organic electronics, photodynamic therapy, and as a precursor for specialty dyes and pigments.

Application

• As a key charge-transport material or dopant in the development of organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and organic photovoltaic (OPV) cells.
• As a photosensitizer in photodynamic therapy (PDT) research for cancer treatment, leveraging its ability to generate reactive oxygen species upon light activation.
• As a functional precursor or intermediate for the synthesis of advanced phthalocyanine-based dyes and pigments with enhanced stability and color properties.
• In the fabrication of chemical sensors and optoelectronic devices due to its tunable semiconductor characteristics.
• As a catalyst or catalyst component in specialized oxidation reactions and other organic transformations.
• For fundamental academic and industrial R&D exploring the properties of metallophthalocyanines and their derivatives.

Basic Information

Product Name	Silicon Phthalocyanine
CAS No.	135719-28-7
Molecular Formula	C₃₂H₁₆N₈Si
Molecular Weight	540.62 g/mol
Synonyms	Silicon Phthalocyanine Dichloride (common precursor); SiPc; Phthalocyaninatosilicon; Silicon(IV) Phthalocyanine; Dichlorosilicon Phthalocyanine; 29H,31H-Phthalocyaninatosilicon; Silicon Phthalocyanine Complex
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Quality Control

Our Silicon Phthalocyanine is produced and handled under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment and spectroscopic methods for structural confirmation, to ensure consistent quality and performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at room temperature (15-25°C). The product is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to prevent decomposition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark blue to green powder or crystals
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95% (Typical: 97-99%)
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %
Residue on Ignition	≤ 1.0 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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