Description

1,2-Bis[2-Methylbenzo[B]Thiophen-3-Yl]-3,3,4,4,5,5-Hexafluoro-1-Cyclopentene is a high-purity, diarylethene-based photochromic compound. This specialized chemical is critical for advanced materials research and development, particularly in the field of molecular switches and optical data storage. It is primarily sought by manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the photonics, electronics, and specialty chemical sectors for creating light-responsive systems.

Application

• Photochromic Materials: Core component in the synthesis of advanced photochromic dyes and pigments for smart windows, ophthalmic lenses, and optical filters.
• Molecular Electronics: Key building block for developing molecular switches, logic gates, and memory devices in nanotechnology and nanoelectronics research.
• Optical Data Storage: Used in R&D for high-density, rewritable optical data storage media due to its reversible photoisomerization properties.
• Sensors and Imaging: Employed in the development of light-activated sensors, bio-imaging probes, and photopharmacological agents.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: Serves as a crucial reference standard and intermediate for synthetic chemistry and materials science research.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,2-Bis[2-Methylbenzo[B]Thiophen-3-Yl]-3,3,4,4,5,5-Hexafluoro-1-Cyclopentene
CAS No.	137814-07-4
Molecular Formula	C27H16F6S2
Molecular Weight	518.53 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2-Bis(2-methylbenzo[b]thiophen-3-yl)perfluorocyclopentene; 1,2-Bis(2-methyl-1-benzothiophen-3-yl)hexafluorocyclopentene; Diarylethene Derivative; Photochromic Cyclopentene; 1,2-Bis(2-methylbenzo[b]thien-3-yl)hexafluorocyclopentene; 1,2-Bis(2-methylbenzothiophen-3-yl)hexafluorocyclopentene; 137814-07-4; Light-Switch Molecule
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Quality Control

Our 1,2-Bis[2-Methylbenzo[B]Thiophen-3-Yl]-3,3,4,4,5,5-Hexafluoro-1-Cyclopentene is manufactured under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity, essential for sensitive photochromic applications. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to relevant industry standards for fine chemicals and advanced intermediates.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C) under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent oxidation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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