Description

4,4-Difluoro-5,7-Dimethyl-4-Bora-3A,4A-Diaza-S-Indacene-3-Octanoic Acid is a highly functionalized BODIPY (boron-dipyrromethene) dye derivative, valued for its exceptional photostability and bright fluorescence. This compound matters as a versatile building block for creating advanced fluorescent probes and labels with tailored solubility and conjugation properties. It is primarily needed by researchers and manufacturers in the life sciences, diagnostics, and material science sectors for applications such as bioimaging, flow cytometry, and sensor development. The CAS number for this product is 1123637-28-4.

Application

• Fluorescent Labeling Reagent: Used to covalently tag biomolecules (proteins, antibodies, nucleic acids) via its carboxylic acid group for fluorescence microscopy and immunoassays.
• Bioimaging Probes: Serves as a core structure for developing cell-permeable dyes for live-cell and fixed-cell imaging due to its excellent photophysical properties.
• Flow Cytometry: Employed in the synthesis of fluorescent markers for detecting and sorting specific cell populations.
• Chemical Sensors: Acts as a fluorophore in the design of chemosensors for detecting ions, small molecules, or changes in the local environment (pH, viscosity).
• Material Science: Incorporated into polymers, nanoparticles, or thin films to create fluorescent materials for optoelectronic devices or security inks.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Utilized in drug discovery for tracking compound localization and studying pharmacokinetics.

Basic Information

Item	Information
Product Name	4,4-Difluoro-5,7-Dimethyl-4-Bora-3A,4A-Diaza-S-Indacene-3-Octanoic Acid
CAS No.	1123637-28-4
Molecular Formula	C21H27BF2N2O2
Molecular Weight	388.26 g/mol
Synonyms	BODIPY FL C8; 3-Octanoic Acid, 4,4-Difluoro-5,7-Dimethyl-4-Bora-3a,4a-Diaza-s-indacene-; BODIPY® FL C8; 4,4-Difluoro-5,7-Dimethyl-4-bora-3a,4a-diaza-s-indacene-3-octanoic Acid; BODIPY-FL-C8; BDP FL C8 Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4,4-Difluoro-5,7-Dimethyl-4-Bora-3A,4A-Diaza-S-Indacene-3-Octanoic Acid is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and MS for structural confirmation, and spectrophotometry for fluorescence characterization, to ensure compliance with research-grade standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at 2-8°C in a dry environment. For long-term storage, consider keeping the product under an inert atmosphere at -20°C. Allow the container to reach room temperature before opening to minimize moisture condensation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Orange to red solid
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Absorption (λmax)	~503 - 508 nm
Emission (λmax)	~510 - 515 nm
Extinction Coefficient	Contact for details
Solubility	Soluble in DMSO, DMF, THF

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