Description

1,2-Bis(5'-Formyl-2'-Methylthien-3'-Yl)Perfluorocyclopentene is a high-purity diarylethene derivative, a key photochromic compound in advanced materials science. Its value lies in its exceptional fatigue resistance and reversible photoisomerization properties, enabling precise control over molecular switching. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers developing next-generation optical data storage media, molecular switches, and smart photoresponsive materials.

Application

• Photochromic Materials: Core component for high-performance optical memory devices and rewritable media.
• Molecular Electronics: Building block for molecular switches, logic gates, and nano-scale electronic circuits.
• Smart Windows & Displays: Used in the development of light-adjustable filters and non-emissive display technologies.
• Optical Sensors: Key material for creating highly sensitive, light-triggered chemical and biological sensors.
• Advanced Coatings: Incorporated into coatings for UV-sensing or light-modulating surfaces.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Critical reagent for pioneering research in supramolecular chemistry and photonics.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	1,2-Bis(5'-Formyl-2'-Methylthien-3'-Yl)Perfluorocyclopentene
CAS No.	154566-75-3
Molecular Formula	C19H10F6O2S2
Molecular Weight	472.40 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2-Bis(5-formyl-2-methyl-3-thienyl)perfluorocyclopentene; Diarylethene Derivative; Photochromic Dithienylethene; 1,2-Bis(2-methyl-5-formyl-3-thienyl)hexafluorocyclopentene; DAE-CHO; Photochromic Switch Molecule; 1,2-Bis(5-aldehydro-2-methyl-3-thienyl)perfluorocyclopentene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 1,2-Bis(5'-Formyl-2'-Methylthien-3'-Yl)Perfluorocyclopentene adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity, critical for sensitive photochromic applications. All materials are characterized using advanced analytical techniques including NMR, HPLC, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your R&D and quality assurance processes.

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 easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere) and is light-sensitive (store away from light). For long-term stability, consider storage under an inert gas such as argon or nitrogen in a sealed container.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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