Description

2-[2-[(4-Methoxyphenyl)Amino]Vinyl]-1,3,3-Trimethyl-3H-Indolium Thiocyanate is a specialized cationic dye intermediate belonging to the cyanine dye family. This compound is valued for its strong light-absorbing properties and structural versatility, making it a critical precursor in advanced material synthesis. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the photographic, optical data storage, and non-linear optical (NLO) material industries for developing high-performance functional dyes and pigments.

Application

• Cyanine Dye Synthesis: A key intermediate for producing sensitizing dyes used in silver halide photographic films and papers.
• Optical Data Storage Media: Used in the formulation of recording layers for CD-R, DVD-R, and other optical discs due to its specific absorption wavelengths.
• Non-Linear Optical (NLO) Materials: Serves as a building block for chromophores in applications requiring second-harmonic generation (SHG) and electro-optic modulation.
• Laser Dyes and Optical Filters: Employed in the development of tunable laser dyes and sharp-cut optical filters for scientific and industrial instrumentation.
• Biomedical Staining: Potential use as a precursor for fluorescent probes and stains in biological imaging and diagnostics.
• Solar Cell Research: Investigated as a component in dye-sensitized solar cells (DSSCs) for light-harvesting applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-[2-[(4-Methoxyphenyl)Amino]Vinyl]-1,3,3-Trimethyl-3H-Indolium Thiocyanate
CAS No.	84196-24-7
Molecular Formula	C21H23N3OS
Molecular Weight	365.49 g/mol
Synonyms	1,3,3-Trimethyl-2-[2-[(4-methoxyphenyl)amino]vinyl]-3H-indolium thiocyanate; 2-[2-(4-Methoxyanilino)vinyl]-1,3,3-trimethyl-3H-indolium thiocyanate; Cyanine dye intermediate 84196-24-7; 3H-Indolium, 2-[2-[(4-methoxyphenyl)amino]ethenyl]-1,3,3-trimethyl-, thiocyanate; Thiocyanic acid, 2-[2-[(4-methoxyphenyl)amino]ethenyl]-1,3,3-trimethyl-3H-indolium salt
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Quality Control

Our production of 2-[2-[(4-Methoxyphenyl)Amino]Vinyl]-1,3,3-Trimethyl-3H-Indolium Thiocyanate adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity for sensitive optical applications. Each lot is 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 R&D processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its light-sensitive nature, handling should be conducted under subdued lighting where practical.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark green to brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.