Description

3-Benzyl-2-[3-[3-Benzyl-3H-Benzoxazol-2-Ylidene]Prop-1-Enyl]Benzoxazolium Bromide is a specialized cationic cyanine dye salt, recognized for its unique photophysical properties. This compound is valued for its ability to act as a highly effective photosensitizer and fluorescent probe in advanced material science. It is primarily sought after by researchers and manufacturers in the fields of organic electronics, non-linear optics (NLO), and photodynamic therapy (PDT) for its strong light absorption and emission characteristics.

Application

• Organic Photovoltaic (OPV) Cells: Used as a light-harvesting or electron-transport material in the active layer to improve solar energy conversion efficiency.
• Non-Linear Optical (NLO) Materials: A key component in the development of optical limiters, switches, and frequency converters due to its high polarizability.
• Photodynamic Therapy (PDT) Agents: Functions as a photosensitizer for targeted cancer cell destruction upon activation by specific light wavelengths.
• Fluorescent Probes and Sensors: Employed in bio-imaging and chemical sensing applications for detecting specific ions or biomolecules.
• Dye-Sensitized Solar Cells (DSSC): Acts as a sensitizer to absorb a broad spectrum of sunlight and inject electrons into a semiconductor.
• Optical Data Storage: Investigated for use in high-density recording media due to its photo-responsive properties.
• Laser Dyes: Potential use as a gain medium in tunable dye lasers for specific wavelength ranges.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: Serves as a crucial building block for synthesizing novel functional dyes and exploring structure-property relationships.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Benzyl-2-[3-[3-Benzyl-3H-Benzoxazol-2-Ylidene]Prop-1-Enyl]Benzoxazolium Bromide
CAS No.	53167-78-5
Molecular Formula	C30H23BrN2O2
Molecular Weight	523.42 g/mol
Synonyms	3,3'-Bis(benzyl)-2,2'-(1,3-propanediylidene)bis[benzoxazolium] bromide; Benzoxazolium, 3-benzyl-2-[3-[3-benzyl-3H-benzoxazol-2-ylidene]-1-propen-1-yl]-, bromide; Cyanine dye 53167-78-5; Bis-Benzoxazolium Cyanine Dye; 3-Benzyl-2-[(1E)-3-(3-benzyl-1,3-benzoxazol-2(3H)-ylidene)prop-1-en-1-yl]-1,3-benzoxazol-3-ium bromide; 3-Benzyl-2-[3-(3-benzylbenzoxazol-2-ylidene)propenyl]benzoxazolium bromide; 3,3'-Dibenzyloxacarbocyanine bromide; Contact for details on additional trade names.
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Quality Control

Our production of 3-Benzyl-2-[3-[3-Benzyl-3H-Benzoxazol-2-Ylidene]Prop-1-Enyl]Benzoxazolium Bromide adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity, critical for sensitive applications in photonics and biomedicine. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analysis including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and elemental analysis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is light-sensitive (store away from light). Keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent moisture absorption. Store away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark green to brownish-green crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0% (Standard Grade)
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0% (High Purity Grade)
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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