Description

N,N',N'',N'''-Tetrakis(Carboxymethyl)-N,N,N',N',N'',N'',N''',N'''-Octamethyl-29H,31H-Phthalocyaninetetramethylammoniumato(6-)-N29,N30,N31,N32]Copper is a highly functionalized, water-soluble copper phthalocyanine derivative, distinguished by its multiple carboxymethyl and quaternary ammonium groups. This compound matters as a premier functional dye and catalyst precursor, offering exceptional solubility and stability in aqueous systems for advanced material science applications. It is primarily needed by manufacturers in the specialty chemical, advanced material, and research sectors for developing next-generation catalysts, sensors, and functional dyes.

Application

• Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a key intermediate for synthesizing highly active and selective heterogeneous or homogeneous catalysts for oxidation and other organic transformations.
• Functional Dye: Used in the development of advanced colorants for inks, coatings, and plastics where water solubility and specific chromophoric properties are required.
• Chemical Sensor Development: Acts as a sensitive component in optical and electrochemical sensor systems due to its distinct colorimetric and redox properties.
• Photodynamic Therapy (PDT) Research: Investigated as a potential photosensitizer in biomedical research for targeted therapeutic applications.
• Electrochromic Materials: Employed in research and production of smart windows and displays that change color in response to an electrical stimulus.
• Analytical Reagent: Functions as a complexing agent or indicator in specific spectrophotometric and titrimetric analytical methods.

Basic Information

Product Name	N,N',N'',N'''-Tetrakis(Carboxymethyl)-N,N,N',N',N'',N'',N''',N'''-Octamethyl-29H,31H-Phthalocyaninetetramethylammoniumato(6-)-N29,N30,N31,N32]Copper
CAS No.	85269-43-8
Molecular Formula	C52H56CuN12O8
Molecular Weight	1048.62 g/mol
Synonyms	Copper Phthalocyanine Tetracarboxylic Acid Tetramethylammonium Salt; Tetracarboxymethyl Copper Phthalocyanine Octamethylammonium Salt; Water-soluble Copper Phthalocyanine Derivative; CuPc(COOH)4(N(CH3)3)4; Phthalocyanine Blue Derivative, Carboxylated; CAS 85269-43-8; Functionalized Copper Phthalocyanine
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Quality Control

Our production of this specialty chemical adheres to strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and elemental analysis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment. We support custom synthesis and purity grade adjustments to meet specific research or industrial project 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). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is sealed tightly after each use to minimize exposure to atmospheric humidity. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark blue to greenish-blue powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 5.0 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Solubility (in Water)	Clear, intense blue solution

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