Description

Acetic Acid, Cyano[3-[(3-Ethyl-6-Methoxy-2(3H)-Benzothiazolylidene)Methyl]-2-Cyclohexen-1-Ylidene]-, Ethyl Ester is a specialized organic dye intermediate with a complex polymethine structure, identified by CAS NO 56001-97-9. This compound is valued for its precise photophysical properties, making it a critical component in advanced material synthesis. It is primarily required by manufacturers in the optical, imaging, and high-performance dye industries for developing next-generation functional materials.

Application

• Sensitizing Dye for Photographic Films & Imaging: Acts as a key chromophore in silver halide and digital imaging systems.
• Non-Linear Optical (NLO) Materials: Used in the research and production of materials for photonics, optical switching, and frequency conversion.
• Laser Dye Intermediate: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of dyes for tunable dye lasers and laser marking systems.
• Organic Photovoltaic (OPV) & Solar Cell Research: Investigated as an electron acceptor or sensitizer component in light-harvesting layers.
• Fluorescent Probe Synthesis: Utilized in creating specialized probes for bio-imaging and chemical sensing applications.
• Specialty Ink Formulation: Employed in high-security and specialty printing inks requiring specific light-absorption characteristics.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Acetic Acid, Cyano[3-[(3-Ethyl-6-Methoxy-2(3H)-Benzothiazolylidene)Methyl]-2-Cyclohexen-1-Ylidene]-, Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	56001-97-9
Molecular Formula	C22H22N2O3S
Molecular Weight	394.49 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 2-Cyano-3-[3-ethyl-6-methoxy-2(3H)-benzothiazolylidene)methyl]-2-cyclohexen-1-ylidene]acetate; Cyanoacetic Acid Ethyl Ester Benzothiazole Derivative; 2-(3-Ethyl-6-methoxy-2-benzothiazolinylidene)-1-cyano-1-(2-ethoxy-2-oxoethylidene)-2-cyclohexene; Photographic Sensitizing Dye Intermediate; NK 2015 (potential trade name); Polymethine Dye Intermediate; Benzothiazole Cyanine Dye Precursor
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Quality Control

Our production of this advanced intermediate adheres to strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity for sensitive applications. Quality is verified through analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and spectrophotometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your R&D and manufacturing quality systems.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive (store away from light) and easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark green to black crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
UV-Vis Absorption (λmax)	As per reference standard

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