Description

5-Ethylamino-9-Diethylaminobenzo(A)Phenoxazinium is a specialized phenoxazinium dye salt, a class of compounds known for their intense color and photophysical properties. This chemical is valued for its role as a key intermediate and functional chromophore in advanced material science and analytical applications. It is primarily sought by manufacturers and researchers in the dye and pigment, biological staining, and optical data storage industries.

Application

• Synthesis of NIR-Absorbing Dyes and Pigments: Serves as a crucial precursor for creating near-infrared (NIR) dyes used in security inks, laser filters, and optical materials.
• Biological Staining and Fluorescence Probes: Utilized in the development of specific stains for histology and as a scaffold for fluorescent probes in bioimaging and diagnostic assays.
• Photodynamic Therapy (PDT) Research: Investigated as a potential photosensitizer due to its light-absorbing characteristics in relevant therapeutic windows.
• Optical Data Storage Media: Employed in research for next-generation recording layers due to its photochromic or photo-reactive properties.
• Chemical Sensors and Indicators: Acts as a signal-reporting moiety in the design of sensors for pH, metal ions, or specific analytes.
• Organic Semiconductor Research: Used in exploratory studies for organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) or photovoltaic cells owing to its conjugated structure.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Ethylamino-9-Diethylaminobenzo(A)Phenoxazinium
CAS No.	7385-74-2
Molecular Formula	C24H26N3O+ • X-
Molecular Weight	372.49 g/mol (for cation)
Synonyms	Nile Blue A base; 5-Ethylamino-9-diethylaminobenzo[a]phenoxazin-7-ium; Benzo[a]phenoxazin-7-ium, 5-(ethylamino)-9-(diethylamino)-; Ethylamino Diethylaminobenzo Phenoxazinium Salt; CI 51180 base; Nile Blue; 9-Diethylamino-5-ethylamino-benzo[a]phenoxazin-7-ium
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Quality Control

Our 5-Ethylamino-9-Diethylaminobenzo(A)Phenoxazinium is produced under strict quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications and consistent performance. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all relevant parameters is provided with each shipment.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept sealed in a low-humidity environment to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark green to blue-black crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0% (Area %)
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5 %
Solubility	Soluble in ethanol, methanol; sparingly soluble in water

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