Description

2-[3-(1,3-Dihydro-1,1,3-Trimethyl-2H-Benz[E]Indol-2-Ylidene)-1-Propen-1-Yl]-1,1,3-Trimethyl-1H-Benz[E]Indolium Perchlorate is a high-purity cyanine dye salt, valued for its exceptional photophysical properties and stability. This compound is a critical functional material for advanced research and industrial applications requiring precise light absorption and emission characteristics. It is primarily sought by manufacturers and researchers in the photonics, optical data storage, and specialty chemical synthesis sectors.

Application

• Optical Data Storage Media: As a key dye component in recordable CD-R and DVD-R discs.
• Laser Technology: Active medium in tunable dye lasers for scientific and medical instrumentation.
• Nonlinear Optics (NLO): Used in the development of materials for optical limiting, switching, and frequency conversion.
• Photodynamic Therapy (PDT) Research: Investigated as a potential photosensitizer for targeted medical treatments.
• Molecular Probes & Sensors: Utilized in the design of fluorescent markers and chemosensors for biological and chemical detection.
• Organic Photovoltaic (OPV) Research: A candidate material for light-harvesting layers in next-generation solar cells.
• Specialty Dye Synthesis: Serves as a versatile intermediate for synthesizing complex cyanine and polymethine dyes.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-[3-(1,3-Dihydro-1,1,3-Trimethyl-2H-Benz[E]Indol-2-Ylidene)-1-Propen-1-Yl]-1,1,3-Trimethyl-1H-Benz[E]Indolium Perchlorate
CAS No.	74276-27-0
Molecular Formula	C31H33ClN2O4
Molecular Weight	533.06 g/mol
Synonyms	HITC Perchlorate; 1,1',3,3,3',3'-Hexamethylindotricarbocyanine Perchlorate; 1,1',3,3,3',3'-Hexamethylindotricarbocyanine Iodide (common misnomer); IR-125 Perchlorate; 2-[3-(1,1,3-Trimethyl-1,3-dihydro-2H-benz[e]indol-2-ylidene)prop-1-en-1-yl]-1,1,3-trimethyl-1H-benz[e]indol-3-ium perchlorate; HITC-P; Tricarbocyanine Dye Salt; 1,1',3,3,3',3'-Hexamethyl-4,4',5,5'-dibenzo-2,2'-indotricarbocyanine Perchlorate
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Quality Control

Our 2-[3-(1,3-Dihydro-1,1,3-Trimethyl-2H-Benz[E]Indol-2-Ylidene)-1-Propen-1-Yl]-1,1,3-Trimethyl-1H-Benz[E]Indolium Perchlorate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, UV-Vis spectroscopy for absorbance profile verification, and elemental analysis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided to ensure traceability and compliance with your research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its perchlorate content and light-sensitive nature, the material should be kept away from heat, ignition sources, and incompatible materials such as strong reducing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark green to blue-black crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (UV-Vis)	λmax conforms
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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