Description

2-[[4-[Ethyl[2-(Trimethylammonio)Ethyl]Amino]Phenyl]Azo]-6-Methoxy-3-Methylbenzothiazolium Dithiocyanate is a specialized cationic azo dye and benzothiazolium salt, valued for its strong chromophoric properties and ionic nature. This compound is engineered for applications requiring high-affinity binding and vivid coloration, particularly in advanced material science and analytical chemistry. It is primarily sought by researchers and manufacturers in the fields of dye-sensitized solar cells (DSSCs), biological staining, and as a functional component in photoelectrochemical systems.

Application

• Dye-Sensitized Solar Cells (DSSCs): Acts as a photosensitizer to absorb light and initiate electron transfer in next-generation photovoltaic devices.
• Biological Staining & Microscopy: Used as a cationic stain for visualizing cellular structures, including nucleic acids and certain organelles, due to its affinity for anionic sites.
• Photoelectrochemical Research: Serves as a model compound or active layer material in studies of light-induced electron transfer and energy conversion.
• Analytical Chemistry: Functions as a chromogenic reagent or indicator in specific spectrophotometric assays and detection methods.
• Ion-Pairing & Extraction Reagents: Utilized in separation sciences for its ability to form ion pairs with anionic species.
• Specialty Dyes for Advanced Materials: Incorporated into polymers, coatings, or sensors where its specific color and ionic properties are required.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-[[4-[Ethyl[2-(Trimethylammonio)Ethyl]Amino]Phenyl]Azo]-6-Methoxy-3-Methylbenzothiazolium Dithiocyanate
CAS No.	97861-99-9
Molecular Formula	C23H31N6O S3+ • 2(SCN)- or C25H31N8OS3+ • (SCN)-
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Basic Blue 41 (related class); C.I. 51075; 3-Methyl-2-((4-(N-ethyl-N-(2-(trimethylammonio)ethyl)amino)phenyl)azo)-6-methoxybenzothiazolium dithiocyanate; 6-Methoxy-3-methyl-2-[[4-[ethyl[2-(trimethylammonio)ethyl]amino]phenyl]azo]benzothiazolium dithiocyanate; Cationic Azo Dye 97861-99-9; Benzothiazolium, 2-[[4-[ethyl[2-(trimethylammonio)ethyl]amino]phenyl]azo]-6-methoxy-3-methyl-, dithiocyanate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of this specialty chemical adheres to stringent Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) principles to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analysis, including HPLC for purity, UV-Vis for chromophore validation, and elemental analysis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and relevant physicochemical parameters is provided with every shipment.

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 product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; therefore, containers must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment and away from direct light exposure to maintain stability and prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark blue to violet crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (UV-Vis)	λmax conforms
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95% (Research Grade)
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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