Description

cis-Bis(Isothiocyanato)Bis(2,2-Bipyridyl-4,4-Dicarboxylato)-Ruthenium(II) is a high-purity, photosensitive coordination complex of ruthenium, widely recognized as a critical sensitizer dye in advanced photoelectrochemical applications. Its unique molecular structure enables efficient light absorption and electron transfer, making it indispensable for the development of next-generation, high-efficiency devices. This compound is primarily sought by research institutions and manufacturers in the renewable energy and specialty chemical sectors.

Application

• Dye-Sensitized Solar Cells (DSSCs): Serves as the primary photosensitizer (N3 dye or its derivatives) for converting sunlight into electrical energy.
• Photoelectrochemical Research: Used as a standard or model compound in studies of electron injection, charge transfer dynamics, and light-harvesting mechanisms.
• Artificial Photosynthesis: Acts as a key component in systems designed to mimic natural photosynthesis for fuel production.
• Organic Electronics: Investigated for use in light-emitting devices (OLEDs) and photodetectors due to its favorable photophysical properties.
• Catalysis: Employed as a precursor or catalyst in photocatalytic reactions, including water splitting and organic transformations.
• Material Science: Utilized in the synthesis of advanced functional materials and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) with tailored optical properties.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	cis-Bis(Isothiocyanato)Bis(2,2-Bipyridyl-4,4-Dicarboxylato)-Ruthenium(II)
CAS No.	141460-19-7
Molecular Formula	C26H16N6O8RuS2
Molecular Weight	705.64 g/mol
Synonyms	Ruthenizer 535-bisTBA (N3 dye); cis-Diisothiocyanato-bis(2,2'-bipyridyl-4,4'-dicarboxylic acid)ruthenium(II); Ru(dcbpy)2(NCS)2; N3 Dye; C106; Dye 535; Solaronix N3; Ruthenium 535; Tris(2,2'-bipyridyl)ruthenium(II) derivative
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Quality Control

Every batch of our cis-Bis(Isothiocyanato)Bis(2,2-Bipyridyl-4,4-Dicarboxylato)-Ruthenium(II) is synthesized and purified under controlled conditions to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency, critical for reproducible research and device performance. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including spectroscopic and chromatographic analysis, to ensure compliance with exacting research-grade standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment.

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 compound is light-sensitive (store away from light) and should be handled under inert atmosphere when appropriate to prevent decomposition. Keep the container sealed in a dry environment to minimize exposure to moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark red to purple solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
UV-Vis Spectrum	Conforms to reference (λmax ~535 nm)
Elemental Analysis	Within theoretical range
Solubility	Soluble in DMF, DMSO, acetonitrile

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