Description

Dioctyloxysilicon 2,3-Naphthalocyanine is a high-purity, organosilicon-substituted naphthalocyanine derivative. This compound is valued for its exceptional photophysical properties, including strong near-infrared (NIR) absorption and high thermal stability, making it a critical functional material. It is primarily sought by manufacturers and researchers in the advanced materials, optoelectronics, and specialty chemical synthesis sectors for developing next-generation products.

Application

• NIR-Absorbing Dyes & Pigments: A key component for formulating high-performance dyes with applications in optical filters, laser protection, and security inks.
• Organic Photovoltaic (OPV) Materials: Used as an electron donor or acceptor material in the active layer of solar cells due to its favorable light-harvesting properties.
• Optical Data Storage: Serves as a recording medium in writable optical disks (e.g., CD-R, DVD-R) leveraging its photochemical reactivity.
• Photodynamic Therapy (PDT) Agents: Investigated as a potential photosensitizer for cancer treatment, utilizing its ability to generate reactive oxygen species upon light activation.
• Nonlinear Optical (NLO) Materials: Employed in the development of devices for optical switching, limiting, and telecommunications.
• Chemical Sensors: Functionalized for the selective detection of gases or ions based on colorimetric or fluorometric changes.
• Catalyst Research: Acts as a ligand or precursor in the synthesis of novel metal-organic complexes for catalytic applications.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable building block for synthesizing novel phthalocyanine and naphthalocyanine analogs with tailored properties.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Dioctyloxysilicon 2,3-Naphthalocyanine
CAS No.	92941-50-9
Molecular Formula	C64H74N8O2Si
Molecular Weight	999.48 g/mol
Synonyms	Bis(octyloxy)(2,3-naphthalocyaninato)silicon; Silicon 2,3-naphthalocyanine bis(octyloxide); Dioctyloxy(2,3-naphthalocyanato)silane; 2,3-Naphthalocyanatosilicon Dioctyl Ether; Octyloxy-substituted Silicon Naphthalocyanine; NIR Silicon Naphthalocyanine Dye; (2,3-Naphthalocyaninato)di-n-octyloxysilane; SiNc(OC8H17)2
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Quality Control

Our Dioctyloxysilicon 2,3-Naphthalocyanine is manufactured under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity, essential for sensitive optoelectronic and research applications. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including HPLC, NMR, and UV-Vis-NIR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and key spectral data is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive (store away from light). For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to prevent potential oxidation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark green to blue-black powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (UV-Vis)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95% (Area %)
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.