Description

4,4-Difluoro-8-(4-Iodophenyl)-1,3,5,7-Tetramethyl-4-Bora-3A,4A-Diaza-S-Indacene is a specialized, high-purity fluorophore belonging to the BODIPY (boron-dipyrromethene) dye family, distinguished by its iodine substituent. This compound matters for its exceptional photostability, high fluorescence quantum yield, and tunable emission properties, making it a critical tool for advanced research and diagnostics. It is primarily needed by researchers and manufacturers in the life sciences, materials science, and analytical chemistry sectors for developing sensitive detection assays and functional materials.

Application

• Fluorescent Labeling & Probes: Used as a covalent label for biomolecules (proteins, nucleic acids) in fluorescence microscopy, flow cytometry, and immunoassays.
• Laser Dye & Photonic Materials: Serves as a gain medium in tunable dye lasers and a component in the development of organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and photovoltaic cells.
• Sensor Development: Acts as a core fluorophore in the design of chemical sensors and biosensors for detecting ions, small molecules, or enzymatic activity.
• Cell Biology & Imaging: Employed for staining cellular organelles, tracking membrane dynamics, and in super-resolution imaging techniques due to its photophysical robustness.
• Material Science Research: Incorporated into polymers, nanoparticles, and thin films to study energy transfer processes or create smart, responsive materials.
• Analytical Chemistry Standards: Utilized as a fluorescence standard for instrument calibration and quantitative analysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	4,4-Difluoro-8-(4-Iodophenyl)-1,3,5,7-Tetramethyl-4-Bora-3A,4A-Diaza-S-Indacene
CAS No.	250734-47-5
Molecular Formula	C21H20BF2IN2
Molecular Weight	488.11 g/mol
Synonyms	4,4-Difluoro-1,3,5,7-tetramethyl-8-(4-iodophenyl)-4-bora-3a,4a-diaza-s-indacene; BODIPY 630/650-X Iodide; BODIPY FL Iodide (structural variant); 4,4-Difluoro-8-(p-iodophenyl)-1,3,5,7-tetramethyl-4-bora-3a,4a-diaza-s-indacene; Iodophenyl BODIPY; BDP FL Iodide; BODIPY® 630/650-X, Iodide; Tetramethyl BODIPY Iodide Derivative
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4,4-Difluoro-8-(4-Iodophenyl)-1,3,5,7-Tetramethyl-4-Bora-3A,4A-Diaza-S-Indacene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and MS for structural confirmation, and spectrophotometry for key photophysical properties. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are available upon request to ensure traceability and compliance with your research or production standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C for long-term stability. The compound is light-sensitive (store away from light) and soluble in strong acid/organic solvent. Keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent moisture absorption and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark red to purple crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Fluorescence Emission Max	~630-650 nm (solvent dependent)
Extinction Coefficient	Contact for details

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