Description

8-(2,4,6-Trimethylphenyl)-4,4-Difluoroboradiazaindacene, 97% is a high-purity, specialized BODIPY (boron-dipyrromethene) fluorophore, a critical class of compounds in advanced photochemical applications. Its value lies in its excellent photostability, high fluorescence quantum yield, and tunable emission properties, making it indispensable for precise detection and imaging. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the life sciences, material science, and analytical chemistry sectors who require reliable, high-performance fluorescent probes and dyes.

Application

• Fluorescent Labeling and Probes: Used as a covalent label for biomolecules (proteins, nucleic acids) in fluorescence microscopy, flow cytometry, and immunoassays.
• Laser Dyes and Optical Materials: Serves as a gain medium in tunable dye lasers and as a component in advanced organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and photovoltaic cells.
• Chemical Sensing: Employed in the development of fluorescent chemosensors for detecting specific ions, gases, or small molecules due to its environment-sensitive emission.
• Live-Cell and Super-Resolution Imaging: Provides bright, photostable signals for tracking dynamic processes within living cells and in techniques like STORM or PALM.
• Polymer and Material Science: Incorporated into polymers and nanoparticles to create smart materials with fluorescent reporting capabilities.
• Analytical Chemistry Standards: Acts as a fluorescence standard for instrument calibration and quantitative analysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	8-(2,4,6-Trimethylphenyl)-4,4-Difluoroboradiazaindacene, 97%
CAS No.	870753-29-0
Molecular Formula	C19H19BF2N2
Molecular Weight	324.18 g/mol
Synonyms	BODIPY FL; 4,4-Difluoro-8-(2,4,6-trimethylphenyl)-4-bora-3a,4a-diaza-s-indacene; 8-Mesityl-BODIPY; 8-Mesityl-4,4-difluoro-4-bora-3a,4a-diaza-s-indacene; Difluoro{2-[(2,4,6-trimethylphenyl)ethynyl]-1H-pyrrol-1-yl}borane (tautomeric form); BODIPY 493/503; BDP FL
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Quality Control

Our 8-(2,4,6-Trimethylphenyl)-4,4-Difluoroboradiazaindacene, 97% is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity verification, NMR and MS for structural confirmation, and spectrophotometry to validate key optical properties. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided to ensure traceability and compliance with your research and 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). This compound is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to prevent photodegradation. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere such as argon or nitrogen.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Orange to red crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Absorption Max (λabs)	~500 - 505 nm
Emission Max (λem)	~510 - 515 nm
Fluorescence Quantum Yield	≥ 0.8 (Reference dependent)
Solubility	Soluble in common organic solvents (DMSO, DMF, THF, CH2Cl2)

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