Description

6-Bromo-2-[4-(Diethylamino)Phenyl]-1-Ethylbenz[Cd]Indolium Acetate is a specialized cationic dye intermediate belonging to the benz[c,d]indolium (cyanine) class of compounds. This high-purity chemical is valued for its strong light-absorbing and fluorescent properties, making it a critical component in advanced material synthesis. It is primarily sought by manufacturers and researchers in the photovoltaic, optical data storage, and biomedical imaging sectors for developing next-generation functional dyes and sensors.

Application

• Photosensitizer and Light-Harvesting Material in dye-sensitized solar cells (DSSCs) and organic photovoltaics.
• Key Intermediate for synthesizing near-infrared (NIR) fluorescent cyanine dyes used in bioimaging and diagnostics.
• Optical Recording Media component for high-density data storage technologies.
• Non-Linear Optical (NLO) Material precursor for photonic and electro-optic applications.
• Research & Development of novel fluorescent probes and sensors for chemical and biological detection.
• Specialty Dye Manufacturing for applications requiring specific spectral properties and cationic characteristics.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Bromo-2-[4-(Diethylamino)Phenyl]-1-Ethylbenz[Cd]Indolium Acetate
CAS No.	83950-28-1
Molecular Formula	C27H29BrN2O2
Molecular Weight	493.44 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Bromo-1-ethyl-2-[4-(diethylamino)phenyl]benz[cd]indolium acetate; 6-Bromo-2-(4-(diethylamino)phenyl)-1-ethyl-1H-benz[cd]indolium acetate; Cyanine dye intermediate BR-1; NIR dye precursor 83950-28-1; 1-Ethyl-6-bromo-2-[p-(diethylamino)phenyl]benz[cd]indolium acetate; Brominated benz[cd]indolium salt
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Quality Control

Our production of this advanced intermediate adheres to strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high performance in sensitive applications. Quality is verified through comprehensive analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your R&D and quality assurance processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled in a dry environment to prevent degradation. For long-term storage, consider desiccants or an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark green to dark blue crystalline powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms
Identification (NMR)	Conforms
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
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.