Description

4,4-Difluoro-8-Pyridyl-1,3,5,7-Tetramethyl-4-Bora-3A,4A-Diaza-S-Indacene, 98% is a high-purity, pyridyl-functionalized BODIPY (boron-dipyrromethene) dye derivative. This compound matters for its excellent photophysical properties, including high fluorescence quantum yield and photostability, making it a superior fluorophore for demanding applications. It is primarily needed by researchers and manufacturers in the life sciences, materials science, and analytical chemistry sectors for advanced labeling, sensing, and optoelectronic development.

Application

• Fluorescent Labeling & Probes: Used as a bright, stable tag for biomolecules (proteins, nucleic acids) in cellular imaging and bioassays.
• Chemical Sensing: Acts as a signaling unit in the development of selective fluorescent sensors for ions and small molecules due to its pyridyl receptor group.
• Advanced Materials Research: Incorporated into polymers, nanoparticles, and thin films for applications in organic electronics, light-harvesting systems, and photonic devices.
• Flow Cytometry & Diagnostics: Serves as a key fluorescent dye in the design of reagents for high-throughput cell analysis and diagnostic kits.
• Photodynamic Therapy (PDT) Research: Investigated as a potential photosensitizer candidate for targeted cancer therapies.
• Super-Resolution Microscopy: Its photostability makes it suitable for advanced imaging techniques like STORM and PALM.

Basic Information

Product Name	4,4-Difluoro-8-Pyridyl-1,3,5,7-Tetramethyl-4-Bora-3A,4A-Diaza-S-Indacene, 98%
CAS No.	1134484-25-5
Molecular Formula	C₂₁H₂₀BF₂N₃
Molecular Weight	367.22 g/mol
Synonyms	8-Pyridyl-BODIPY; 8-Pyridyl-4,4-difluoro-1,3,5,7-tetramethyl-4-bora-3a,4a-diaza-s-indacene; Pyridyl Difluoroboradiaza-s-Indacene; BODIPY™ Pyridine; 4,4-Difluoro-8-(pyridin-2-yl)-1,3,5,7-tetramethyl-4-bora-3a,4a-diaza-s-indacene; 2-Pyridyl Substituted BODIPY Dye; BODIPY 493/503 Pyridine Derivative
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Quality Control

Our 4,4-Difluoro-8-Pyridyl-1,3,5,7-Tetramethyl-4-Bora-3A,4A-Diaza-S-Indacene is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure the specified 98% minimum purity and confirm structural identity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all quality parameters are provided to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency for your research and production 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 light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to prevent photodegradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Orange to red crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Fluorescence Emission Max	~505 nm (solvent dependent)

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