Description

2-[4-[(4-Ethoxyphenyl)Methylamino]Phenyl]-1-Ethylbenz[Cd]Indolium Methyl Sulphate is a specialized cationic dye intermediate belonging to the benzindolium class of compounds. This high-purity chemical is critical for synthesizing advanced colorants and functional dyes with specific optical and electronic properties. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the specialty chemicals, advanced materials, and research sectors for applications requiring precise molecular control.

Application

• Synthesis of Cationic Dyes: A key intermediate for producing high-value cationic dyes used in textile, paper, and leather industries.
• Functional Dye Manufacturing: Used in the production of dyes for laser applications, optical data storage, and non-linear optics.
• Biomedical Staining: Serves as a precursor for developing fluorescent probes and stains for biological imaging and diagnostic assays.
• Photographic Sensitizers: Employed in the formulation of advanced photographic and photoconductive materials.
• Electrochromic Materials: A building block for creating compounds used in smart windows, displays, and anti-glare mirrors.
• Organic Semiconductor Research: Investigated as a component in the development of organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and photovoltaic cells.
• Analytical Chemistry: Used as a reagent or standard in chromatographic and spectroscopic analysis methods.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-[4-[(4-Ethoxyphenyl)Methylamino]Phenyl]-1-Ethylbenz[Cd]Indolium Methyl Sulphate
CAS No.	85187-81-1
Molecular Formula	C32H34N2O5S
Molecular Weight	558.69 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Ethyl-2-[4-[(4-ethoxyphenyl)methylamino]phenyl]benz[cd]indolium methyl sulfate; Basic Blue 159 intermediate; C.I. 42559:1 intermediate; Ethylbenzindolium Methyl Sulfate Dye Intermediate; 2-[p-[(p-Ethoxyphenyl)methylamino]phenyl]-1-ethylbenz[cd]indolium methyl sulfate; 1-Ethyl-2-[4-[(4-ethoxyphenyl)(methyl)amino]phenyl]-1H-benz[cd]indol-1-ium methyl sulfate; Cationic Blue Dye Intermediate; Benz[cd]indolium, 1-ethyl-2-[4-[(4-ethoxyphenyl)methylamino]phenyl]-, methyl sulfate
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Quality Control

Our production of 2-[4-[(4-Ethoxyphenyl)Methylamino]Phenyl]-1-Ethylbenz[Cd]Indolium Methyl Sulphate adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. The material is manufactured and tested in facilities that implement cGMP principles where applicable. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with each 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 area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark green to blue-black crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0% Any single impurity ≤ 1.0%
Solubility	Soluble in polar organic solvents (e.g., methanol, DMF)

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