Description

Zinc 2 3 9 10 16 17 23 24-Octakis(Octyloxy)phthalocyanine is a highly specialized metallophthalocyanine derivative, valued for its exceptional photochemical and thermal stability. This compound serves as a critical functional material, primarily utilized as a high-performance pigment and photosensitizer in advanced technological applications. It is essential for industries focused on organic electronics, specialty coatings, and photodynamic therapy research, where precise molecular properties are paramount.

Application

• High-Performance Pigments: Used in the formulation of durable, lightfast colorants for automotive coatings, industrial paints, and plastics.
• Organic Photovoltaic (OPV) Cells: Acts as an electron donor or acceptor material in the active layer for converting sunlight into electricity.
• Photodynamic Therapy (PDT): Investigated as a photosensitizer agent for targeted cancer treatments due to its ability to generate reactive oxygen species upon light activation.
• Optical Data Storage: Employed in the development of next-generation recording media leveraging its photochromic properties.
• Chemical Sensors: Functions as a sensing layer in optochemical sensors for detecting gases or specific analytes.
• Catalysis: Serves as a catalyst or catalyst precursor in selective oxidation reactions and other organic transformations.
• Non-Linear Optics (NLO): Used in research and devices requiring materials with specific light-modulating capabilities.
• Specialty Inks: Formulated into security inks and other high-value printing applications requiring unique optical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Zinc 2 3 9 10 16 17 23 24-Octakis(Octyloxy)phthalocyanine
CAS No.	261504-18-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₄₄H₂₀₈N₈O₈Zn
Molecular Weight	2266.2 g/mol (approx.)
Synonyms	Zinc Octakis(octyloxy)phthalocyanine; Zinc 2,3,9,10,16,17,23,24-Octa(octyloxy)phthalocyanine; ZnPc(OC8H17)8; Phthalocyanine Zinc Derivative; Octa-alkoxy Zinc Phthalocyanine; Zinc(II) 2,3,9,10,16,17,23,24-Octakis(octyloxy)-29H,31H-phthalocyanine; Functional Zinc Phthalocyanine; Lightfast Green Pigment
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Quality Control

Our production of Zinc Octakis(octyloxy)phthalocyanine adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and industrial use. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and elemental analysis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at room temperature (15-25°C). The compound is light-sensitive (store away from light) and should be handled under inert atmosphere when appropriate to prevent degradation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark green to blue-black powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95% (Typical 97-99%)
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0 %
Residue on Ignition (Sulfated Ash)	≤ 0.5 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Solubility	Soluble in Toluene, Chloroform, THF; Insoluble in Water

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