Description

2,6-Diiodo-4,4-difluoro-1,3,5,7-tetramethyl-8-phenyl-4-bora-3a,4a-diaza-s-indacene is a highly functionalized BODIPY (boron-dipyrromethene) dye derivative, distinguished by its halogenated structure which significantly alters its photophysical properties. This compound matters for its role as a specialized fluorophore and chemical building block in advanced materials science and life sciences research. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and material scientists working in the development of novel fluorescent probes, organic electronic materials, and light-harvesting systems.

Application

• Fluorescent Labeling & Probes: Serves as a core structure for synthesizing advanced fluorescent tags and sensors for bioimaging and cellular analysis.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Used as a dopant or host material in the emissive layer due to its tunable emission properties from structural modification.
• Photodynamic Therapy (PDT) Research: Investigated as a potential photosensitizer candidate where its heavy atoms (iodine) can promote intersystem crossing for singlet oxygen generation.
• Chemical Sensing Platforms: Acts as a signaling unit in the design of chemosensors for detecting specific ions or small molecules based on fluorescence quenching or enhancement.
• Advanced Material Synthesis: Functions as a key intermediate for creating more complex π-conjugated systems and polymers for optoelectronic applications.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Essential for fundamental research in photochemistry and for developing next-generation optical materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,6-Diiodo-4,4-difluoro-1,3,5,7-tetramethyl-8-phenyl-4-bora-3a,4a-diaza-s-indacene
CAS No.	1083009-44-2
Molecular Formula	C21H18BF2I2N2
Molecular Weight	622.00 g/mol
Synonyms	2,6-Diiodo-4,4-difluoro-1,3,5,7-tetramethyl-8-phenyl-BODIPY; 2,6-Diiodo-BODIPY 630/650; 4,4-Difluoro-1,3,5,7-tetramethyl-2,6-diiodo-8-phenyl-4-bora-3a,4a-diaza-s-indacene; BODIPY 630/650 Iodide; 2,6-Diiodo-8-phenyl-BODIPY; Difluoro{2-[(2,6-diiodo-4-methyl-5-phenyl-1H-pyrrol-3-yl)(4-methyl-3,5-diiodo-2-phenyl-1H-pyrrol-2-ylidene)methyl]-4-methyl-5-phenyl-1H-pyrrolato}boron
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Quality Control

Our 2,6-Diiodo-4,4-difluoro-BODIPY is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research applications. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical characterization including HPLC for purity assessment and NMR for structural confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every 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 material is light-sensitive (store away from light). For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark red to purple crystalline solid or powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95% (Area %)
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0 %
Heavy Metals	Contact for details

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