Description

3-Methyl-2-[2-(Phenylamino)ethenyl]benzothiazolium methyl sulfate is a specialized organic salt belonging to the benzothiazolium dye class, valued for its unique photophysical and electrochemical properties. This compound matters for its role as a key intermediate and functional material in advanced research and high-tech manufacturing. It is needed by industries focused on the development of optical sensors, non-linear optical materials, and specialized dye-sensitized systems.

Application

• Optical Sensor Development: Used as a core component in the fabrication of fluorescent and colorimetric sensors for detecting specific ions or molecules.
• Non-Linear Optical (NLO) Materials: Serves as a precursor or dopant in materials designed for applications in photonics, optical switching, and frequency conversion.
• Dye-Sensitized Solar Cells (DSSCs): Investigated as a potential photosensitizer or co-sensitizer due to its light-absorbing characteristics.
• Biomedical Imaging Probes: Utilized in research for developing novel fluorescent tags and stains for cellular and molecular imaging.
• Organic Semiconductor Research: Acts as a model compound or charge-transport material in the study of organic electronic devices.
• Analytical Chemistry Reagents: Employed as a specialized reagent or indicator in spectroscopic and chromatographic analysis methods.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Methyl-2-[2-(Phenylamino)ethenyl]benzothiazolium Methyl Sulfate
CAS No.	301671-47-6
Molecular Formula	C17H18N2O4S2
Molecular Weight	378.46 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methyl-2-[(E)-2-(phenylamino)ethenyl]-1,3-benzothiazol-3-ium methyl sulfate; 2-[(E)-2-(Anilino)vinyl]-3-methylbenzothiazolium methyl sulfate; Benzothiazolium, 3-methyl-2-[2-(phenylamino)ethenyl]-, methyl sulfate; Styryl benzothiazolium dye derivative; (E)-2-(2-(Phenylamino)vinyl)-3-methylbenzo[d]thiazol-3-ium methyl sulfate; C.I. 48055 (related class); Basic Yellow 11 analogue
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Quality Control

Our production of 3-Methyl-2-[2-(Phenylamino)ethenyl]benzothiazolium methyl sulfate adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and industrial applications. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance requirements.

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 anhydrous conditions to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.