Description

(6,6)-Phenyl-C61 Methyl-Hexanoate CAS NO 1242279-48-6 is a high-purity fullerene derivative, specifically a [60]PCBM (phenyl-C61-butyric acid methyl ester) analogue with a modified side chain. This compound is a critical electron acceptor material in the development of high-performance organic photovoltaic (OPV) devices and perovskite solar cells. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the advanced materials, renewable energy, and printed electronics sectors seeking to optimize device efficiency and stability.

Application

• Organic Photovoltaics (OPV): Primary use as an electron acceptor in bulk heterojunction polymer solar cells.
• Perovskite Solar Cells: Employed as an electron transport layer (ETL) to enhance charge extraction and device performance.
• Organic Field-Effect Transistors (OFETs): Used as an n-type semiconductor material in electronic circuits.
• Photodetectors: Key component in the active layer for sensitive light detection applications.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a benchmark and modifying agent for studying structure-property relationships in fullerene derivatives.
• Printed Electronics: Enables the fabrication of flexible and lightweight electronic components via solution processing.

Basic Information

Product Name	(6,6)-Phenyl-C61 Methyl-Hexanoate
CAS No.	1242279-48-6
Molecular Formula	C74H10O2
Molecular Weight	954.89 g/mol
Synonyms	[6,6]-Phenyl C61 methyl hexanoate; PCBM-C6; Phenyl-C61-butyric acid hexyl ester (common naming analogue); C60-PCBH; Fullerene C60 derivative with phenylhexanoate side chain; 1-(3-Hexyloxycarbonyl)-1-phenyl-[6.6]C61; (6,6)-Phenyl C61 butyric acid hexyl ester
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Quality Control

Our (6,6)-Phenyl-C61 Methyl-Hexanoate is produced under stringent conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity, critical for reproducible device performance. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

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 degradation. Allow the sealed container to reach room temperature before opening to prevent moisture condensation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark brown to black solid
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 99.0%
Solubility	Soluble in common organic solvents (e.g., chlorobenzene, toluene)

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