Description

(6,6)-Phenyl-C61Butyric Acid Butyl Ester is a functionalized fullerene derivative, specifically a [60]PCBM (Phenyl-C61-Butyric Acid Methyl Ester) analogue with a butyl ester group. This compound is a critical electron acceptor material in the development of high-performance organic photovoltaic (OPV) devices and perovskite solar cells. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of advanced materials, nanotechnology, and renewable energy seeking to optimize the morphology and efficiency of thin-film solar cells.

Application

• Organic Photovoltaics (OPVs): Primary use as an electron acceptor material in bulk heterojunction polymer solar cells.
• Perovskite Solar Cells: Employed as an electron transport layer (ETL) or in interface engineering to enhance device stability and power conversion efficiency.
• Organic Field-Effect Transistors (OFETs): Used as an n-type semiconductor material in the active layer of electronic devices.
• Photodetectors: Key component in the fabrication of sensitive organic photodetectors for imaging and sensing applications.
• Material Science Research: Fundamental research on fullerene chemistry, nanomaterial properties, and charge transport mechanisms.
• Tandem Solar Cells: Integrated into multi-junction solar cell architectures to capture a broader spectrum of sunlight.

Basic Information

Product Name	(6,6)-Phenyl-C61Butyric Acid Butyl Ester
CAS No.	571177-66-7
Molecular Formula	C72H14O2
Molecular Weight	910.87 g/mol
Synonyms	PCBB; [60]PCBB; Phenyl-C61-butyric acid butyl ester; PCBM Butyl Ester; Butyl [60]PCBM; 1-(3-Butoxycarbonyl)propyl-1-phenyl-[6,6]-C61; (6,6)-Phenyl C61 butyric acid butyl ester; Fullerene derivative C61-PCBB
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Quality Control

Our (6,6)-Phenyl-C61Butyric Acid Butyl Ester is produced under stringent conditions to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency, critical for reproducible device performance. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analysis including HPLC, NMR, and UV-Vis spectroscopy. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and specific properties is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at 2-8°C to minimize oxidation and degradation. Allow the sealed container to reach room temperature before opening to prevent moisture condensation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark brown to black solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	> 99.0%
Solubility	Soluble in common organic solvents (e.g., chlorobenzene, o-dichlorobenzene)
UV-Vis Spectrum	Characteristic absorption profile

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