Description

(6,6)-Phenyl-C61 Butyric Acid Methyl Est CAS NO 160848-21-5 is a functionalized fullerene derivative, specifically a [60]PCBM (Phenyl-C61-Butyric Acid Methyl Ester) isomer, which serves as a critical electron acceptor material in organic electronics. Its value lies in its excellent electron mobility, good solubility in organic solvents, and ability to form favorable nanoscale morphologies in blends, which are essential for efficient charge separation and transport. This high-purity material is primarily needed by researchers and manufacturers in the organic photovoltaic (OPV) and perovskite solar cell sectors for developing next-generation, lightweight, and flexible energy-harvesting devices.

Application

• Organic Photovoltaic (OPV) Devices: As the standard electron-accepting material in bulk heterojunction polymer solar cells, paired with donors like P3HT.
• Perovskite Solar Cells: Used as an electron transport layer (ETL) to enhance charge extraction and device stability.
• Organic Field-Effect Transistors (OFETs): Employed as an n-type semiconductor channel material.
• Photodetectors and Sensors: Utilized in organic photodiodes and light-sensitive sensors due to its photoconductive properties.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: Serves as a benchmark material for studying charge transfer dynamics, film morphology, and developing new organic electronic formulations.
• Tandem and Multi-junction Solar Cells: Incorporated as a sub-cell component to broaden the absorption spectrum and improve overall power conversion efficiency.

Basic Information

Product Name	(6,6)-Phenyl-C61 Butyric Acid Methyl Est
CAS No.	160848-21-5
Molecular Formula	C72H14O2
Molecular Weight	910.85 g/mol
Synonyms	[60]PCBM; PCBM; Phenyl-C61-butyric acid methyl ester; 1'-[3-(Phenylcarbonyl)propyl][5,6]fullerene-C60-Ih-1-butyric acid methyl ester; Methano[60]fullerene, [6,6]-phenyl-C61-butyric acid methyl ester; Fullerene C61, 1'-(3-(phenylcarbonyl)propyl)-, methyl ester; PC61BM; (6,6)-PCBM
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Quality Control

Our (6,6)-Phenyl-C61 Butyric Acid Methyl Est is produced under stringent conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high performance in electronic applications. Quality is verified through comprehensive analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and UV-Vis spectroscopy. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming critical parameters such as purity, isomer content, and solvent residues to meet the exacting standards of materials science and device fabrication research.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at 2-8°C to minimize oxidation and thermal degradation. For long-term stability, the material should be kept in a cool, dry, and dark environment. Allow the sealed container to reach room temperature before opening to prevent moisture condensation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark brown to black solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	>99.0% (Isomeric purity)
Solubility	Soluble in chlorobenzene, o-dichlorobenzene
Residual Solvents (GC)	< 0.5% (total)

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