Description

2-Methyl-1,3-Bis(Dimethylamino)Trimethinium Hexafluorophosphate is a specialized organic salt primarily utilized as a key intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is valued for its role in the preparation of functional dyes, photoinitiators, and other sophisticated materials requiring specific cationic or chromophoric properties. It is essential for research and development laboratories, as well as production facilities in the fine chemical, specialty materials, and photopolymer industries.

Application

• Synthesis of Functional Dyes: Acts as a crucial precursor for cyanine and polymethine dyes used in imaging, sensing, and optical data storage.
• Photoinitiator Manufacturing: Employed in the production of cationic photoinitiators for UV-curable inks, coatings, and adhesives.
• Advanced Material Research: Serves as a building block for novel organic semiconductors and non-linear optical (NLO) materials.
• Chemical Intermediate: Used in multi-step organic synthesis to introduce specific cationic or chromophore functionalities.
• Laboratory Reagent: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for photochemical and materials science studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methyl-1,3-Bis(Dimethylamino)Trimethinium Hexafluorophosphate
CAS No.	291756-89-3
Molecular Formula	C11H24F6N3P
Molecular Weight	343.30 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-1,3-bis(dimethylamino)trimethinium hexafluorophosphate; 2-Methyl-1,3-bis(dimethylamino)allylium hexafluorophosphate; 1,3-Bis(dimethylamino)-2-methylallylium hexafluorophosphate; Trimethinium salt; Cyanine dye precursor; CAS 291756-89-3
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Quality Control

Our 2-Methyl-1,3-Bis(Dimethylamino)Trimethinium Hexafluorophosphate is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific batch results is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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