Description

Benzothiazolium, 5-chloro-2-[[5-[(5-chloro- 1,3-diethyl-1,3-dihydro-2H-benzimidazol-2-ylidene )ethylidene]-3-ethyl-4-oxo-2-thiazolidinylidene]methy l]-3-ethyl-, iodide is a specialized organic salt belonging to the cyanine dye family, valued for its unique photophysical properties. This compound is engineered for applications requiring precise light absorption and emission characteristics, making it a critical functional material. It is primarily utilized in advanced research and development sectors, including optical materials, photovoltaics, and as a sensitizer or probe in analytical chemistry.

Application

• Optical Material Synthesis: Used as a key intermediate or active component in the development of non-linear optical (NLO) materials and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Photovoltaic Research: Functions as a sensitizing dye in dye-sensitized solar cells (DSSCs) due to its ability to absorb specific wavelengths of light.
• Analytical Chemistry & Biosensing: Employed as a fluorescent probe or tag in biochemical assays and diagnostic applications for detection and imaging.
• Photographic Sensitizers: Acts as a spectral sensitizer in specialized photographic emulsions and imaging technologies.
• Laser Dye Research: Investigated for use in tunable dye lasers and other photonic devices requiring specific emission profiles.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Serves as a high-value building block for synthesizing novel functional dyes and exploring structure-property relationships.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzothiazolium, 5-chloro-2-[[5-[(5-chloro- 1,3-diethyl-1,3-dihydro-2H-benzimidazol-2-ylidene )ethylidene]-3-ethyl-4-oxo-2-thiazolidinylidene]methy l]-3-ethyl-, iodide
CAS No.	106068-87-5
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	5-Chloro-2-[[5-[(5-chloro-1,3-diethyl-1,3-dihydro-2H-benzimidazol-2-ylidene)ethylidene]-3-ethyl-4-oxo-2-thiazolidinylidene]methyl]-3-ethylbenzothiazolium iodide; Cyanine dye derivative; Benzothiazolium cyanine dye; Heptamethine cyanine dye analog; Optical sensitizer 106068-87-5; Benzimidazolyl-benzothiazolium iodide dye
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of this high-purity specialty chemical adheres to stringent quality protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical characterization, including HPLC for purity assessment, NMR and mass spectrometry for structural confirmation, and spectrophotometry to verify optical properties. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, ensuring traceability and compliance with your research or production specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The product is light-sensitive (store away from light) and should be handled under inert atmosphere if prolonged exposure is anticipated to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark green to black crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 1.0%
Absorption Maxima	As per COA

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