Description

4,5:4',5'-Dibenzo-1,1'-Dibutyl-3,3,3',3'-Tetramethylindacarbocyanine Perchlorate is a high-purity, synthetic cyanine dye salt, a member of the indacarbocyanine family, valued for its strong near-infrared (NIR) absorption and fluorescence properties. This compound is critical for advanced research and development in photonics and life sciences, where precise optical characteristics are paramount. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers and researchers in the fields of optical materials, laser dyes, and as a fluorescent probe or sensitizer in biochemical and diagnostic applications.

Application

• Laser Dye Medium: Used as an active gain medium in tunable dye lasers, particularly for operation in the near-infrared spectral region.
• Optical Data Storage: Serves as a key component in the development of advanced optical recording materials and media.
• Non-Linear Optics (NLO): Employed in the research and fabrication of materials for photonic devices due to its large molecular polarizability.
• Fluorescent Labeling & Probes: Acts as a specialized fluorescent tag or probe in biochemical assays, cell imaging, and diagnostic test development.
• Photodynamic Therapy (PDT) Research: Investigated as a potential photosensitizer for targeted light-activated therapeutic applications.
• Solar Cell Research: Used in the development of dye-sensitized solar cells (DSSCs) and other organic photovoltaic materials.
• Sensor Technology: Incorporated into chemical sensors and biosensors where its fluorescence properties change upon interaction with specific analytes.

Basic Information

Product Name	4,5:4',5'-Dibenzo-1,1'-Dibutyl-3,3,3',3'-Tetramethylindacarbocyanine Perchlorate
CAS No.	189189-12-6
Molecular Formula	C43H47ClN2O4
Molecular Weight	691.30 g/mol
Synonyms	DTDCI Perchlorate; 1,1'-Dibutyl-3,3,3',3'-tetramethyl-4,5,4',5'-dibenzoindacarbocyanine perchlorate; Dibenzoindacarbocyanine dye; DTDC Perchlorate; IR-1061 analog; NIR cyanine dye; 4,5,4',5'-Dibenzo-1,1'-dibutyl-3,3,3',3'-tetramethylindodicarbocyanine perchlorate
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Quality Control

Our production of this specialty cyanine dye adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and optimal performance. Every lot undergoes comprehensive analysis, including HPLC for purity verification, spectrophotometry for absorbance/fluorescence profile confirmation, and elemental analysis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and key spectral properties is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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; for long-term storage, consider keeping under an inert atmosphere such as argon or nitrogen. Keep away from strong acids and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark green to blue-black crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Absorption Max (λmax)	~1060 nm (in suitable solvent)
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0 %
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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