Description

1,3,3-Trimethyl-2-(2-(2-Phenyl-3-(2-(1,3,3-Trimethyl-1H-2(3H)- Indolidene)Ethylidene)-1-Cyclopentenyl)Ethenyl)-3H-Indolium Perchlorate is a specialized cyanine dye salt, a high-value functional chemical characterized by its complex polymethine structure. This compound matters for its exceptional photophysical properties, serving as a critical functional component in advanced optical and electronic applications. Industrial and research laboratories require this material for the development of next-generation technologies, particularly in fields demanding precise light absorption and emission characteristics.

Application

• Nonlinear Optical (NLO) Materials: A key chromophore for the development of organic materials with high second- and third-order nonlinear optical susceptibilities, used in optical switching, modulation, and frequency conversion devices.
• Laser Dye & Optical Limiting: Utilized as an active medium in tunable dye lasers and in optical limiters for sensor and eye protection due to its strong absorption and excited-state properties.
• Photodynamic Therapy (PDT) Research: Investigated as a potential photosensitizer in biomedical research for cancer treatment, leveraging its ability to generate reactive oxygen species upon light activation.
• Organic Photovoltaic (OPV) & Solar Cell Research: Employed in the research and development of donor-acceptor materials for improving light-harvesting efficiency in organic solar cells.
• Molecular Sensing & Fluorescence Probes: Serves as a core structure for designing highly sensitive fluorescent probes and chemosensors for detecting specific ions or biological molecules.
• Data Storage & Holography: Applied in research for high-density optical data storage media and holographic recording materials due to its photo-induced refractive index changes.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A vital reference compound and building block for synthetic chemists and material scientists exploring novel functional dyes and advanced organic semiconductors.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	1,3,3-Trimethyl-2-(2-(2-Phenyl-3-(2-(1,3,3-Trimethyl-1H-2(3H)- Indolidene)Ethylidene)-1-Cyclopentenyl)Ethenyl)-3H-Indolium Perchlorate
CAS No.	70446-30-9
Molecular Formula	C39H41ClN2O4
Molecular Weight	637.21 g/mol
Synonyms	1,3,3-Trimethyl-2-[2-[2-phenyl-3-[2-(1,3,3-trimethyl-2(3H)-indolylidene)ethylidene]-1-cyclopenten-1-yl]ethenyl]-3H-indolium perchlorate; Cyanine dye 26 perchlorate; 2-[2-[3-[2-(1,3-Dihydro-1,3,3-trimethyl-2H-indol-2-ylidene)ethylidene]-2-phenyl-1-cyclopenten-1-yl]ethenyl]-1,3,3-trimethyl-3H-indolium perchlorate; NK-2014; IR-26 perchlorate; Heptamethine cyanine dye salt; Polymethine dye perchlorate salt
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Quality Control

Our production of this high-purity specialty chemical adheres to strict in-process controls to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and optimal performance in sensitive applications. Each lot is fully characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). As a perchlorate salt and a light-sensitive compound, it should be kept away from heat, sparks, open flame, and incompatible materials such as strong reducing agents. Keep container tightly sealed to protect from moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark green to blue-black crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time corresponds to reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0% (Area Percent)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5% w/w
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Solubility (Test)	Soluble in dichloromethane, DMSO; sparingly soluble in methanol

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