Description

Aluminum Phthalocyanine Disulfonate is a water-soluble, anionic phthalocyanine derivative valued for its intense color and photochemical properties. This compound is a critical functional material, primarily serving as a photosensitizer in advanced technological and biomedical applications. It is essential for industries and research institutions focused on photodynamic therapy, advanced material synthesis, and specialized dye development.

Application

• Photodynamic Therapy (PDT): Acts as a key photosensitizer for the targeted treatment of cancers and other medical conditions.
• Advanced Material Synthesis: Used in the development of organic semiconductors, photovoltaic cells, and light-harvesting arrays.
• Specialty Dyes & Inks: Provides a stable, intense colorant for high-performance inks, coatings, and imaging systems.
• Catalysis Research: Employed as a catalyst or catalyst precursor in photochemical oxidation and reduction reactions.
• Chemical Sensing: Utilized in the fabrication of optical chemical sensors and detection systems.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Serves as a standard or intermediate for research in coordination chemistry and photophysics.

Basic Information

Product Name	Aluminum Phthalocyanine Disulfonate
CAS No.	68637-19-4
Molecular Formula	C₃₂H₁₄AlN₈O₆S₂ (Disulfonated form)
Molecular Weight	~713.67 g/mol (Disulfonated form)
Synonyms	Aluminum Phthalocyanine Disulfonic Acid; AlPcS₂; Aluminum Phthalocyanine Sulfonate; Disulfonated Aluminum Phthalocyanine; Photosensitizer AlPcS₂; APC disulfonate; Tetrasulfonated Aluminum Phthalocyanine (mixed isomer reference); CI 74180 (related)
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Quality Control

Our Aluminum Phthalocyanine Disulfonate is manufactured under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for research and industrial applications. Quality is verified through analytical techniques including HPLC, UV-Vis spectroscopy, and elemental analysis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and relevant specifications is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is sealed after each use to minimize exposure to atmospheric humidity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark green to blue-green powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95% (Disulfonated isomer)
Water Content	≤ 5.0%
Solubility (Water)	Freely soluble
Absorption Maxima (λmax)	~670-680 nm (in aqueous solution)

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