Description

1-ETHYL-2-[(3-([1-ETHYLNAPHTHO[1,2-D][1,3]THIAZOL-2(1H)-YLIDENE]METHYL)-5,5-DIMETHYL-2-CYCLOHEXEN-1-YLIDENE)METHYL]NAPHTHO[1,2-D][1,3]THIAZOL-1-IUM 4-METHYLBENZENESULFONATE is a specialized organic salt belonging to the cyanine dye family, characterized by its complex polymethine structure. This compound is valued for its strong light-absorbing and emitting properties, making it a critical functional material in advanced photonic applications. It is primarily sought by researchers and manufacturers in the optical materials, semiconductor research, and specialty chemical synthesis sectors.

Application

• Nonlinear Optical (NLO) Materials: A key component in the development of materials for optical limiting, frequency doubling, and electro-optic modulation devices.
• Photovoltaic Research: Investigated as a potential photosensitizer or charge-transfer material in next-generation organic solar cells and dye-sensitized solar cells (DSSCs).
• Laser Dye and Optical Recording Media: Utilized in the formulation of tunable laser dyes and as a functional dye for high-density optical data storage.
• Semiconductor Nanomaterial Functionalization: Acts as a surface-modifying agent or capping ligand for quantum dots and other nanomaterials to alter their optical and electronic properties.
• Biomedical Imaging Probes: Serves as a precursor or core structure for synthesizing near-infrared (NIR) fluorescent dyes used in bioimaging and diagnostics.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: A high-value research chemical for studying structure-property relationships in conjugated organic molecules and photophysics.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	1-ETHYL-2-[(3-([1-ETHYLNAPHTHO[1,2-D][1,3]THIAZOL-2(1H)-YLIDENE]METHYL)-5,5-DIMETHYL-2-CYCLOHEXEN-1-YLIDENE)METHYL]NAPHTHO[1,2-D][1,3]THIAZOL-1-IUM 4-METHYLBENZENESULFONATE
CAS No.	361483-43-4
Molecular Formula	C44H42N2O3S3
Molecular Weight	743.00 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Ethyl-2-[(3-[(1-ethylnaphtho[1,2-d]thiazol-2(1H)-ylidene)methyl]-5,5-dimethyl-2-cyclohexen-1-ylidene)methyl]naphtho[1,2-d]thiazol-1-ium p-toluenesulfonate; Cyanine dye salt 361483-43-4; Naphthothiazolium cyanine tosylate; Polymethine dye with tosylate counterion; 1-Ethyl-2-[(E)-3-[(E)-1-ethylnaphtho[1,2-d][1,3]thiazol-2(1H)-ylidenemethyl]-5,5-dimethylcyclohex-2-en-1-ylidenemethyl]naphtho[1,2-d][1,3]thiazol-1-ium 4-methylbenzenesulfonate; Tosylate salt of a benzothiazole cyanine dye
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Quality Control

Our production of this high-purity specialty chemical adheres to stringent ISO 9001 quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical characterization to ensure identity, purity, and lot-to-lot consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay, absorbance profile, and impurity levels.

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 and should be handled under appropriate conditions to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark green to black crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
UV-Vis Absorption (λmax)	Conforms to reference
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
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.