Description

3,3'-Dipropyloxacarbocyanine Iodide is a vital member of the carbocyanine dye family, recognized for its excellent fluorescent properties and membrane permeability. This compound is essential for researchers and industrial developers requiring high-precision fluorescent labeling and detection in complex biological systems. It is primarily utilized by professionals in life sciences, diagnostics, and advanced materials research for applications such as cell membrane potential sensing and flow cytometry.

Application

• Fluorescent Probe for Membrane Potential: Used as a sensitive potentiometric dye to monitor changes in transmembrane potential in living cells, neurons, and mitochondria.
• Flow Cytometry & Cell Sorting: Serves as a vital stain for analyzing and sorting cell populations based on membrane integrity and activity.
• Confocal and Fluorescence Microscopy: Provides high-contrast imaging for studying cellular structures, organelle membranes, and dynamic biological processes.
• Biochemical Assay Development: Employed in the formulation of kits and assays for drug discovery, toxicity screening, and apoptosis detection.
• Photodynamic Therapy (PDT) Research: Investigated as a potential photosensitizer or agent in light-activated therapeutic studies.
• Non-Linear Optical Materials: Used in research for developing advanced materials with specific light-absorbing and emitting properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,3'-Dipropyloxacarbocyanine Iodide
CAS No.	53213-79-9
Molecular Formula	C₂₅H₃₁IN₂O₂
Molecular Weight	542.44 g/mol
Synonyms	DiOC₃(3); 3,3'-Dipropyloxacarbocyanine iodide; DiOC₃ iodide; 3,3'-Dipropyloxadicarbocyanine iodide; DiOC3; Oxacarbocyanine dye DiOC3; 2-[3-(1,3-Dihydro-3,3-dimethyl-1-propyl-2H-indol-2-ylidene)-1-propen-1-yl]-3,3-dimethyl-1-propyl-3H-indolium iodide; 1-Propyl-2-[3-(1-propyl-1,3-dihydro-3,3-dimethyl-2H-indol-2-ylidene)propenyl]-3,3-dimethyl-3H-indolium iodide
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Quality Control

Our 3,3'-Dipropyloxacarbocyanine Iodide is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high performance. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, spectroscopic identification, and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to support your research and quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at 2-8°C in a dry environment. The product is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to prevent degradation. Allow the vial to equilibrate to room temperature before opening to minimize moisture condensation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark green to greenish-black crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 1.0%
Solubility	Soluble in DMSO, DMF, ethanol
Extinction Coefficient	Provided on COA

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