Description

Indium Tetraphenylporphyrin is a high-purity metalloporphyrin complex where an indium (III) ion is coordinated within a tetraphenylporphyrin ligand framework. This compound matters as a critical functional material and catalyst precursor, valued for its unique photophysical and electrochemical properties derived from the porphyrin macrocycle and the indium metal center. Industrial and academic researchers in the fields of organic electronics, photodynamic therapy research, and advanced catalysis require this specialized chemical for developing next-generation materials and processes.

Application

• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as a key dopant or host material in the emissive layer due to its efficient electroluminescence and charge transport properties.
• Photodynamic Therapy (PDT) Research: Investigated as a potential photosensitizer for cancer treatment, leveraging its ability to generate singlet oxygen upon light activation.
• Catalysis: Acts as a catalyst or catalyst precursor in organic synthesis, particularly for oxidation and C-H activation reactions.
• Chemical Sensors: Utilized in the development of optical and electrochemical sensors for gases or ions, based on its colorimetric or fluorescent response.
• Dye-Sensitized Solar Cells (DSSCs): Employed as a sensitizer to absorb sunlight and initiate electron transfer in photovoltaic research.
• Nonlinear Optical Materials: Used in research for developing materials with applications in optical limiting and data transmission.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A fundamental building block for synthesizing more complex molecular architectures and studying metalloporphyrin chemistry.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Indium Tetraphenylporphyrin
CAS No.	72451-33-3
Molecular Formula	C44H28InN4
Molecular Weight	719.53 g/mol
Synonyms	Indium(III) Tetraphenylporphyrin; In(TPP); 5,10,15,20-Tetraphenyl-21H,23H-porphine indium(III) complex; Tetraphenylporphyrinatoindium(III); InTPP; TPPIn; Indium Porphyrin Complex; Indium(III) meso-Tetraphenylporphyrin
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Quality Control

Our Indium Tetraphenylporphyrin is manufactured under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and elemental analysis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at room temperature (15-25°C). The product is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark purple to black crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95% (Typical 97-99%)
Solubility	Soluble in common organic solvents (DCM, Chloroform, Toluene)

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