Description

(1,2-Methanofullerene C60)-61-Carboxylic Acid tert-Butyl Ester is a functionalized fullerene derivative, a key building block in advanced materials science and nanotechnology. This compound matters for its role as a versatile precursor in the synthesis of novel fullerene-based polymers, electron-acceptor materials, and molecular scaffolds for drug delivery systems. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in organic electronics, photovoltaics, and biomedical engineering who require high-purity, functionalized fullerenes to develop next-generation technologies.

Application

• As a key monomer or intermediate in the synthesis of fullerene-containing polymers for organic photovoltaic (OPV) devices and thin-film transistors.
• As an electron-acceptor material in the active layer of bulk heterojunction solar cells to improve charge separation and transport.
• As a functionalized building block for creating water-soluble fullerene derivatives with potential applications in medicinal chemistry and bio-imaging.
• In materials research for developing novel carbon-based nanostructures and molecular cages with tailored properties.
• As a precursor for surface modification agents to create functional coatings with specific electronic or chemical characteristics.
• In academic and industrial R&D for exploring structure-property relationships in functionalized fullerene chemistry.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	(1,2-Methanofullerene C60)-61-Carboxylic Acid tert-Butyl Ester
CAS No.	150493-29-1
Molecular Formula	C65H8O2
Molecular Weight	844.79 g/mol
Synonyms	tert-Butyl (1,2-methanofullerene C60)-61-carboxylate; [60]PCBM tert-butyl ester precursor; C60-Butyl Ester Derivative; Fullerene C60 tert-butyl carboxylate; Methanofullerene carboxylic acid tert-butyl ester; 1,2-Methano[60]fullerene-61-carboxylic acid 1,1-dimethylethyl ester; tert-Butyl [60]fullerene-61-carboxylate
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Quality Control

Our (1,2-Methanofullerene C60)-61-Carboxylic Acid tert-Butyl Ester is produced and handled under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity, critical for sensitive R&D and material synthesis applications. Each lot is characterized by advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive and should be handled under inert atmosphere when possible to prevent degradation. Keep away from strong oxidizers.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark brown to black powder or solid
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95% (Area %)
Solubility	Soluble in common organic solvents (e.g., toluene, chlorobenzene, THF)

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