Description

3,3'-Diethyloxacarbocyanine Iodide is a high-purity, synthetic cyanine dye salt. This compound is valued for its strong fluorescence properties and is a critical component in advanced photonic and diagnostic applications. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the biotechnology, life sciences, and materials science sectors for labeling, sensing, and imaging.

Application

• Fluorescent Labeling Agent: Used as a vital stain and probe in biological research for labeling cellular components, including mitochondria and nucleic acids.
• Laser Dye and Optical Material: Serves as a gain medium in tunable dye lasers and as a component in non-linear optical materials due to its excellent photostability and emission characteristics.
• Biomedical Imaging: Employed in the development of contrast agents and fluorescent markers for in vitro and in vivo diagnostic imaging applications.
• Photodynamic Therapy (PDT) Research: Investigated as a potential photosensitizer in photodynamic therapy for targeted cancer treatments.
• Sensor Development: Integral to the fabrication of chemical and biological sensors that rely on fluorescence detection for analytes like metal ions or specific biomolecules.
• Organic Electronics: Used in research for organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and photovoltaic cells as an electron transport or emissive layer material.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,3'-Diethyloxacarbocyanine Iodide
CAS No.	57441-62-0
Molecular Formula	C23H23IN2O2
Molecular Weight	510.35 g/mol
Synonyms	DOCI; Diethyl Oxacarbocyanine Iodide; 3,3'-Diethyloxacarbocyanine iodide; 2-[3-(1,3-Dihydro-3,3-dimethyl-1-ethyl-2H-indol-2-ylidene)-1-propen-1-yl]-3,3-dimethyl-1-ethyl-3H-indolium iodide; Oxacarbocyanine dye; NK 2490; Dye Laser Grade NK 2490
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Quality Control

Every batch of 3,3'-Diethyloxacarbocyanine Iodide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Our products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC and spectroscopic analysis, to ensure compliance with high-purity standards for research and industrial use. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each 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 material is light-sensitive (store away from light) and easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere). For long-term storage, consider keeping the sealed container under an inert atmosphere such as argon or nitrogen in a freezer (-20°C).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark green to bronze crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0 %
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5 %
Absorption Max (λmax)	Contact for details
Emission Max (λem)	Contact for details

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