Description

3,3'-Diethyloxacarbocyanine is a specialized cyanine dye belonging to the carbocyanine family, recognized for its distinct photophysical properties. This compound is valued for its ability to act as a sensitive fluorescent probe and labeling agent in advanced research and diagnostic applications. It is primarily sought after by professionals in the life sciences, analytical chemistry, and materials science sectors for applications requiring precise optical detection and imaging.

Application

• Fluorescent Labeling Agent: Used for tagging biomolecules such as proteins, nucleic acids, and lipids in fluorescence microscopy and flow cytometry.
• Biological Staining: Employed as a vital stain for cellular and subcellular structures in live-cell imaging studies.
• Optical Sensor Development: Serves as a key component in the fabrication of chemical sensors and biosensors due to its environment-sensitive fluorescence.
• Laser Dye and Photonics: Utilized in the development of tunable dye lasers and other photonic devices for its specific absorption and emission characteristics.
• Non-Linear Optical Materials: Investigated for use in materials with non-linear optical properties for advanced optical computing and data storage.
• DNA/RNA Detection: Applied in molecular biology for the detection and quantification of nucleic acids in various assay formats.
• Membrane Potential Sensing: Functions as a potentiometric dye for monitoring changes in membrane potential in electrophysiology.
• Material Science Research: Used in research on energy transfer, solar cells, and other optoelectronic applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,3'-Diethyloxacarbocyanine
CAS No.	37069-75-3
Molecular Formula	C23H23N2O2+
Molecular Weight	359.44 g/mol
Synonyms	3,3'-Diethyloxacarbocyanine iodide; DOCI; Oxacarbocyanine dye; 2-[3-(1,3-Dihydro-3,3-dimethyl-1-ethyl-2H-indol-2-ylidene)-1-propen-1-yl]-3,3-dimethyl-1-ethyl-3H-indolium iodide; 1-Ethyl-2-[3-(1-ethyl-3,3-dimethylindolin-2-ylidene)prop-1-en-1-yl]-3,3-dimethyl-3H-indol-1-ium iodide; 3H-Indolium, 1-ethyl-2-[3-(1-ethyl-3,3-dimethyl-2-indolinylidene)-1-propen-1-yl]-3,3-dimethyl-, iodide; Carbocyanine dye, Diethyloxa-; Diethyl Oxacarbocyanine Iodide
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Quality Control

Our 3,3'-Diethyloxacarbocyanine is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment and spectroscopic methods for identity confirmation, to ensure compliance with high-purity research-grade standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, absorbance/fluorescence profiles, and other critical parameters is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at 2-8°C in a dry environment. For long-term storage, consider keeping the product desiccated under an inert atmosphere to maintain stability and performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark green to blue-green powder or crystals
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Absorption Max (λmax)	Contact for details
Emission Max (λem)	Contact for details
Solubility	Soluble in DMSO, DMF, methanol
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5 %

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