Description

Coumarin 6 is a highly fluorescent organic dye belonging to the coumarin family, widely recognized for its excellent photostability and high quantum yield. Its primary value lies in its ability to serve as a versatile and sensitive fluorescent probe and laser dye across various scientific and industrial fields. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the life sciences, materials science, and analytical chemistry sectors who require reliable fluorescent markers. The compound is supplied as a high-purity material suitable for demanding applications where consistent performance is critical.

Application

• Fluorescent Labeling and Staining: Used as a vital stain in cell biology for labeling membranes and organelles, and in histology.
• Laser Dye: Employed as a gain medium in tunable dye lasers, particularly in the green-yellow spectral region.
• Sensors and Probes: Acts as a key component in the development of fluorescent chemical sensors for detecting ions and small molecules.
• Photovoltaic and OLED Research: Utilized in organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and dye-sensitized solar cells (DSSCs) as an electron donor or light-harvesting material.
• Analytical Chemistry: Serves as a standard or tracer in high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) and capillary electrophoresis.
• Material Science: Incorporated into polymers and nanoparticles to create fluorescent composites for tracking and imaging applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Coumarin 6
CAS No.	38215-36-0
Molecular Formula	C20H18N2O2S
Molecular Weight	350.44 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(2'-Benzothiazolyl)-7-diethylaminocoumarin; 2,3,5,6-1H,4H-Tetrahydro-9-acetylquinolizino[9,9a,1-gh]coumarin; C6; Coumarin 540A; Coumarin 6 Laser Dye; Basic Yellow 40; Solvent Yellow 172; 7-(Diethylamino)-3-(2-benzothiazolyl)coumarin
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Quality Control

Our Coumarin 6 is manufactured under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment, spectroscopic identification, and tests for residual solvents. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications and test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The product is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to prevent degradation. Keep the container tightly sealed when not in use to avoid moisture absorption and contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Fluorescence Emission Max	~505 nm (in ethanol)
Solubility	Soluble in common organic solvents

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