Description

3 3'-Dioctadecyloxacarbocyanine Perchlorate is a high-purity, lipophilic carbocyanine dye widely used as a fluorescent membrane probe. This compound is valued for its excellent photostability and strong fluorescence emission in the red to near-infrared region, making it a critical tool for advanced cellular and biophysical research. It is primarily needed by researchers and manufacturers in the life sciences, diagnostic development, and materials science sectors for applications such as cell membrane labeling, fluorescence microscopy, and flow cytometry.

Application

• Fluorescent Cell Membrane Staining: Used to label and visualize the plasma membrane and intracellular membranes in live and fixed cells for microscopy.
• Lipid Raft and Vesicle Tracking: Employed in studies of lipid dynamics, membrane fluidity, and the trafficking of vesicles within cells.
• Flow Cytometry Analysis: Serves as a vital dye for detecting and sorting specific cell populations based on membrane characteristics.
• Model Membrane Systems: Incorporated into artificial liposomes and bilayer systems to study membrane properties and protein-lipid interactions.
• Neurobiological Research: Applied in neuronal tracing and the study of axonal transport due to its stable incorporation into neuronal membranes.
• Diagnostic Assay Development: Utilized as a key component in developing fluorescent-based diagnostic kits and sensors.

Basic Information

Product Name	3 3'-Dioctadecyloxacarbocyanine Perchlorate
CAS No.	28462-56-8
Molecular Formula	C53H85ClN2O6
Molecular Weight	881.70 g/mol
Synonyms	DiOC18(3); 3,3'-Dioctadecyloxacarbocyanine perchlorate; DiI analogue (C18); Dioctadecyloxacarbocyanine perchlorate; DiIC18(3); DiOC18(3) Perchlorate; Lipophilic carbocyanine dye DiOC18(3); 1,1'-Dioctadecyl-3,3,3',3'-tetramethylindocarbocyanine perchlorate
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Quality Control

Our 3 3'-Dioctadecyloxacarbocyanine Perchlorate is manufactured under strict quality systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high performance. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, spectrophotometry for absorbance/fluorescence verification, and identity confirmation (IR, MS). A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to support your research and quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below under desiccant for long-term stability. For daily use, allow the vial to equilibrate to room temperature before opening to minimize moisture condensation. The product is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark green to blue-green solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Absorption Max (λmax)	484 ± 5 nm (in methanol)
Emission Max (λem)	501 ± 5 nm (in methanol)
Solubility	Soluble in DMSO, DMF, ethanol, methanol
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%

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