Description

Sn(IV) Octaethylporphine Dichloride is a high-purity organotin porphyrin complex, a critical photosensitizer and catalyst precursor in advanced materials research. Its value lies in its well-defined structure and photophysical properties, enabling precise control in photodynamic therapy studies and organic electronic applications. This compound is essential for R&D scientists and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, materials science, and specialty chemical sectors seeking to develop next-generation light-activated systems and catalysts.

Application

• Photodynamic Therapy (PDT) Research: Serves as a model photosensitizer for studying singlet oxygen generation and cellular uptake mechanisms.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Used as an electron transport material or dopant in the development of efficient electroluminescent devices.
• Catalysis: Acts as a precursor or catalyst in organic synthesis, particularly for oxidation and cyclization reactions.
• Chemical Sensing: Employed in the fabrication of optical sensors for gases and ions due to its pronounced spectral shifts upon analyte binding.
• Dye-Sensitized Solar Cells (DSSCs): Investigated as a potential sensitizer for light-harvesting applications to convert solar energy.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A key reference standard and building block for synthesizing novel metalloporphyrin derivatives and studying structure-property relationships.

Basic Information

Product Name	Sn(IV) Octaethylporphine Dichloride
CAS No.	25777-43-9
Molecular Formula	C₃₆H₄₄Cl₂N₄Sn
Molecular Weight	722.37 g/mol
Synonyms	Tin(IV) Octaethylporphyrin Dichloride; Dichlorooctaethylporphyrin Tin(IV); OEP-SnCl₂; Octaethylporphine Tin(IV) Dichloride; SnOEPCl₂; Tin Octaethylporphine Dichloride; Tin(IV) OEP Dichloride; Dichlorotin(IV) Octaethylporphyrin
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Quality Control

Our Sn(IV) Octaethylporphine Dichloride is manufactured under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and development. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and spectroscopic methods for structural confirmation. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting key specifications to support your quality assurance requirements.

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 hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; ensure the container is sealed under an inert atmosphere if specified and kept in a desiccator for long-term storage to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark purple to black crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95% (Typical: 97-99%)
Melting Point	Decomposes above 300°C
Solubility	Soluble in chlorinated solvents, DMF, DMSO
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Residual Solvents	Complies with ICH guidelines

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