Description

4,5:4',5'-Dibenzo-1,1',3,3,3',3'-Hexamethylindadicarbocyanine Perchlorate is a specialized near-infrared (NIR) absorbing cyanine dye salt, recognized for its distinct photophysical properties. This compound matters for its role as a key functional material in advanced optical and electronic applications, where precise light absorption and emission characteristics are critical. It is primarily needed by manufacturers and researchers in the fields of optical data storage, laser technology, photodynamic therapy, and as a sensitizer in dye-sensitized solar cells (DSSCs).

Application

• Optical Data Storage Media: Used as a light-absorbing layer in recordable (R) and rewritable (RW) optical discs (e.g., CD-R, DVD±R).
• Laser Dyes and Optical Filters: Serves as a gain medium in tunable dye lasers and in the fabrication of NIR optical filters and shutters.
• Photodynamic Therapy (PDT) Research: Investigated as a potential photosensitizer agent for targeted cancer treatments due to its light-activated properties.
• Dye-Sensitized Solar Cells (DSSCs): Functions as a sensitizer to absorb a broad spectrum of sunlight and convert it into electrical energy.
• Non-Linear Optical (NLO) Materials: Incorporated into polymers and crystals for applications in photonics, optical switching, and signal processing.
• Biomedical Imaging and Sensing: Utilized in the development of NIR fluorescent probes and labels for bioanalytical assays and in vivo imaging.
• Security Inks and Taggants: Employed in anti-counterfeiting measures for currency, documents, and high-value goods due to its unique spectral signature.

Basic Information

Product Name	4,5:4',5'-Dibenzo-1,1',3,3,3',3'-Hexamethylindadicarbocyanine Perchlorate
CAS No.	54389-98-9
Molecular Formula	C39H39ClN2O4
Molecular Weight	635.19 g/mol
Synonyms	Dibenzoindadicarbocyanine perchlorate; HIDC Perchlorate; 1,1',3,3,3',3'-Hexamethyl-4,5:4',5'-dibenzoindadicarbocyanine perchlorate; NK-2014 Perchlorate; IR-1061 analog; NIR Cyanine Dye Salt; 4,5,4',5'-Dibenzoindatricarbocyanine Perchlorate (common misnomer); Heptamethine cyanine dye derivative
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Quality Control

Our production of 4,5:4',5'-Dibenzo-1,1',3,3,3',3'-Hexamethylindadicarbocyanine Perchlorate adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and performance reliability for advanced applications. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and UV-Vis-NIR spectroscopy. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and key spectral properties are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its perchlorate salt nature and light-sensitive properties, the material should be kept away from strong oxidizers, heat, and ignition sources. For long-term stability, consider storage under an inert atmosphere such as argon or nitrogen.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark green to blue-black crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (UV-Vis)	λmax (in solvent): Conforms
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0% (Area %)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0 %
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Solubility Test	Freely soluble in dichloromethane, DMF; sparingly soluble in methanol

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