Description

[1-Ethylbenz[Cd]Indol-2(1H)-Ylidene]Malononitrile is a specialized organic compound belonging to the class of cyanine-like dyes and functional materials. This compound matters for its unique photophysical and electronic properties, making it a valuable intermediate in advanced material synthesis. It is primarily needed by researchers and manufacturers in the fields of nonlinear optics (NLO), organic semiconductors, and as a precursor for sensitizing dyes in photographic and imaging technologies.

Application

• Nonlinear Optical (NLO) Materials: A key building block for chromophores used in electro-optic modulators, frequency doublers, and optical switches.
• Organic Semiconductor Research: Serves as an electron-accepting unit in the development of novel organic photovoltaic (OPV) cells and field-effect transistors (OFETs).
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of specialized cyanine and polymethine dyes for photographic sensitizers and laser applications.
• Chemical Sensing: Potential application in the design of fluorophores and chemosensors for the detection of specific ions or molecules.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A high-purity reagent for exploratory synthesis in material science and advanced organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	[1-Ethylbenz[Cd]Indol-2(1H)-Ylidene]Malononitrile
CAS No.	57232-94-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₅H₁₁N₃
Molecular Weight	233.27 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Ethyl-2-(dicyanomethylene)indoline; 2-(1-Ethyl-1H-indol-2(3H)-ylidene)malononitrile; 1-Ethyl-2-(dicyanomethylene)-2,3-dihydro-1H-indole; EBIM; (1-Ethyl-1H-indol-2(3H)-ylidene)propanedinitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our [1-Ethylbenz[Cd]Indol-2(1H)-Ylidene]Malononitrile is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your R&D and quality assurance processes.

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). This material is light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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