Description

1-Methyl-2-[3-(1-Methylnaphtho[1,2-D]Thiazolin-2-Ylidene)Propenyl]Naphtho[1,2-D]Thiazolium Iodide is a specialized cyanine dye salt, a high-value organic intermediate prized for its unique photophysical properties. Its primary commercial value lies in its role as a key precursor for synthesizing near-infrared (NIR) absorbing and fluorescent polymethine dyes. This compound is essential for research and manufacturing in advanced material science, particularly for applications requiring specific light absorption and emission characteristics.

Application

• NIR Dye Synthesis: A critical building block for producing polymethine cyanine dyes that absorb and fluoresce in the near-infrared region.
• Optical Data Storage: Used in the development of advanced materials for high-density optical recording media.
• Laser Technology: Serves as a precursor for dyes used in tunable dye lasers and optical filters.
• Photodynamic Therapy (PDT): Investigated for the development of novel photosensitizers in medical research.
• Non-Linear Optics (NLO): Employed in the research of materials for frequency doubling and other photonic applications.
• Sensor Development: Used to create chemical sensors and biosensors based on fluorescence detection.
• Solar Cell Research: Explored as a component in dye-sensitized solar cells (DSSCs) and other photovoltaic materials.
• Biomedical Imaging: A precursor for fluorescent probes used in bio-labeling and in-vivo imaging studies.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	1-Methyl-2-[3-(1-Methylnaphtho[1,2-D]Thiazolin-2-Ylidene)Propenyl]Naphtho[1,2-D]Thiazolium Iodide
CAS No.	2785-01-5
Molecular Formula	C27H21IN2S2
Molecular Weight	588.50 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Methyl-2-[3-(1-methyl-1H-naphtho[1,2-d]thiazol-2(3H)-ylidene)-1-propen-1-yl]-1H-naphtho[1,2-d]thiazol-3-ium iodide; 1,1'-Dimethyl-2,2'-carbocyanine Iodide (naphtho[1,2-d]thiazole series); Naphthothiazole Cyanine Dye; NK-2014; Cryptocyanine dye analog; 1,1'-Dimethylnaphtho[1,2-d]thiazolecarbocyanine Iodide; 2-[3-(1,3-Dihydro-1-methyl-2H-naphtho[1,2-d]thiazol-2-ylidene)-1-propen-1-yl]-1-methylnaphtho[1,2-d]thiazol-3-ium iodide
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Quality Control

Our production of 1-Methyl-2-[3-(1-Methylnaphtho[1,2-D]Thiazolin-2-Ylidene)Propenyl]Naphtho[1,2-D]Thiazolium Iodide adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity critical for sensitive applications like dye synthesis and photonics. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and R&D processes.

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 hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; therefore, containers must be kept tightly sealed in a desiccated environment and handled under low-light conditions to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark green to black crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0% (Area %)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
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.