Description

2-((1E,3E)-3-(3-Butyl-1,1-Dimethyl-1H-Benzo[E]Indol-2(3H)-Ylidene)Prop-1-Enyl)-1,1,3-Trimethyl-1H-Benzo[E]Indolium is a high-purity, functional organic dye belonging to the cyanine dye family, characterized by its strong near-infrared (NIR) absorption and fluorescence properties. This compound is engineered for applications requiring exceptional photostability and intense chromogenic response, making it a critical component in advanced material science and analytical chemistry. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the fields of optical data storage, non-linear optics, and as a sensitizer in dye-sensitized solar cells (DSSCs).

Application

• Optical Data Storage Media: Used as a recording layer dye for high-density CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray discs due to its specific light absorption profile.
• Dye-Sensitized Solar Cells (DSSCs): Acts as a photosensitizer to absorb sunlight and generate electrical current, contributing to renewable energy technologies.
• Non-Linear Optical (NLO) Materials: Employed in the development of optical limiters, switches, and frequency converters for laser and photonic devices.
• Bioimaging and Sensing Probes: Serves as a fluorescent tag or contrast agent in NIR fluorescence imaging for biological research and medical diagnostics.
• Photodynamic Therapy (PDT): Investigated for use as a photosensitizing agent in targeted cancer treatments.
• Laser Dyes and Tunable Dye Lasers: Utilized for its tunable emission properties in scientific and industrial laser systems.
• Chemical Sensors: Incorporated into sensor materials for the detection of specific ions or molecules based on colorimetric or fluorometric changes.
• Advanced Organic Synthesis: Used as a key intermediate or functional material in the synthesis of complex organic electronic compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-((1E,3E)-3-(3-Butyl-1,1-Dimethyl-1H-Benzo[E]Indol-2(3H)-Ylidene)Prop-1-Enyl)-1,1,3-Trimethyl-1H-Benzo[E]Indolium
CAS No.	356062-62-9
Molecular Formula	C₃₄H₄₀N₂⁺ (typically associated with an anion like I⁻, ClO₄⁻, etc.)
Molecular Weight	Contact for details (varies with counter-ion)
Synonyms	2-[(1E,3E)-3-[3-Butyl-1,1-dimethyl-1,3-dihydro-2H-benz[e]indol-2-ylidene]prop-1-en-1-yl]-1,1,3-trimethyl-1H-benz[e]indolium
Benzo[e]indolium, 2-[(1E,3E)-3-(3-butyl-1,1-dimethyl-1,3-dihydro-2H-benz[e]indol-2-ylidene)-1-propen-1-yl]-1,1,3-trimethyl-
Cyanine dye CY-3B analog
NIR Cyanine Dye
Heptamethine cyanine dye derivative
3-Butyl-1,1,2-trimethyl-1H-benz[e]indolium dye
CAS 356062-62-9
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-((1E,3E)-3-(3-Butyl-1,1-Dimethyl-1H-Benzo[E]Indol-2(3H)-Ylidene)Prop-1-Enyl)-1,1,3-Trimethyl-1H-Benzo[E]Indolium is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high performance. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, spectroscopic identification (UV-Vis, NMR, IR), and impurity profiling. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment to support your research and quality assurance requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider inert atmosphere conditions to preserve optimal purity and performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark green to blue-black crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (UV-Vis)	λmax conforms to reference
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0% (Area %)
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %
Residue on Ignition	≤ 1.0 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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