Description

Zn(II) Phthalocyanine Tetrasulfonic Acid is a water-soluble, sulfonated metallophthalocyanine complex valued for its intense color and photochemical properties. This compound matters as a high-performance functional dye and catalyst precursor, offering excellent stability and tunable reactivity. Key industries that need it include manufacturers of advanced materials, researchers in photodynamic therapy, and producers of specialized catalysts and sensors.

Application

• Photosensitizer in Photodynamic Therapy (PDT): Used in medical research for its ability to generate reactive oxygen species upon light activation.
• Catalyst for Oxidation Reactions: Acts as a catalyst or catalyst precursor in selective oxidation processes within fine chemical synthesis.
• Functional Dye for Advanced Materials: Employed in the development of dye-sensitized solar cells (DSSCs), optical sensors, and nonlinear optical materials.
• Chemical Sensor Fabrication: Utilized as an active layer in sensors for detecting gases or specific analytes due to its colorimetric changes.
• Antimicrobial Coatings: Incorporated into surfaces and textiles to create light-activated antimicrobial properties.
• Model Compound for Supramolecular Chemistry: Serves as a building block for studying self-assembly and energy/electron transfer processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Zn(II) Phthalocyanine Tetrasulfonic Acid
CAS No.	61586-86-5
Molecular Formula	C32H16N8O12S4Zn
Molecular Weight	898.26 g/mol
Synonyms	Zinc Phthalocyanine Tetrasulfonate; Zinc Phthalocyanine-4,4',4'',4'''-Tetrasulfonic Acid; Tetrasulfonated Zinc Phthalocyanine; ZnPcTS; ZnPcS4; Zinc(II) 4,4',4'',4'''-Phthalocyaninetetrasulfonate; Zinc Tetrasulfophthalocyanine; C.I. 74180:1
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Quality Control

Our Zn(II) Phthalocyanine Tetrasulfonic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided, documenting key parameters such as assay, sulfonation degree, and impurity profile. We support research and industrial applications requiring reliable and traceable material quality.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). The product is light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly. Keep away from strong acids and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark blue to green powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Degree of Sulfonation	≥ 3.8 (per molecule)
Water Content	≤ 5.0 %
Residue on Ignition	≤ 1.0 %
Solubility (in Water)	Freely soluble

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