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5,6-Dichlor-1-ethyl-3-sulfobutyl-2-(3-(5,6-dichlor-1-ethyl-3-sulfobutylbenzimidazolinyliden)-1-propenyl)benzimidazoliumhydroxide
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5,6-Dichlor-1-ethyl-3-sulfobutyl-2-(3-(5,6-dichlor-1-ethyl-3-sulfobutylbenzimidazolinyliden)-1-propenyl)benzimidazolium hydroxide, also known as TDBC, is a benzimidazolocarbocyanine cyanine dye known for forming J-aggregates with a sharp absorption band near 590 nm. It is used in research on J-aggregates, exciton-polariton strong coupling, photonics and spectral sensitization. This chemical has a CAS number of 18462-64-1, with a molecular formula of C29H33Cl4N4NaO6S2 and a molecular weight of 762.53 g/mol. It should be stored at 2 to 8°C and carries no signal word for hazard classification. Molekula supplies 5,6-Dichlor-1-ethyl-3-sulfobutyl-2-(3-(5,6-dichlor-1-ethyl-3-sulfobutylbenzimidazolinyliden)-1-propenyl)
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Specifications
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Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | 2 to 8 °C |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90037592 |
| CAS Number | 18462-64-1 |
| IUPAC Name | sodium 4-[(2E)-5,6-dichloro-2-[(E)-3-[5,6-dichloro-1-ethyl-3-(4-sulfonatobutyl)benzimidazol-3-ium-2-yl]prop-2-enylidene]-3-ethylbenzimidazol-1-yl]butane-1-sulfonate |
| EC Number | 242-344-6 |
| Molecular Formula | C29H33Cl4N4NaO6S2 |
| Molecular Weight | 762.53 |
| Exact Mass | 762.0464 |
| SMILES | CCN1C2=CC(=C(C=C2[N+](=C1/C=C/C=C/3\N(C4=CC(=C(C=C4N3CCCCS(=O)(=O)[O-])Cl)Cl)CC)CCCCS(=O)(=O)[O-])Cl)Cl.[Na+] |
| InChIKey | TXMPYASSIDQAKQ-UHFFFAOYSA-M |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C29H34Cl4N4O6S2.Na/c1-3-34-24-16-20(30)22(32)18-26(24)36(12-5-7-14-44(38,39)40)28(34)10-9-11-29-35(4-2)25-17-21(31)23(33)19-27(25)37(29)13-6-8-15-45(41,42)43;/h9-11,16-19H,3-8,12-15H2,1-2H3,(H-,38,39,40,41,42,43);/q;+1/p-1 |
| PubChem CID | 5489979 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| Tariff Code | 2933998025 |
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Synonyms
- TDBC Sodium
Frequently asked questions
What is 5,6-Dichlor-1-ethyl-3-sulfobutyl-2-(3-(5,6-dichlor-1-ethyl-3-sulfobutylbenzimidazolinyliden)-1-propenyl)benzimidazolium hydroxide used for?
This compound, known as TDBC, is a cyanine dye that forms J-aggregates with a sharp absorption near 590 nm. It is used in research on J-aggregates, exciton-polariton strong coupling, photonics and spectral sensitization.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight?
The formula is C₂₉H₃₃Cl₄N₄NaO₆S₂, and the molecular weight is 762.53 g/mol.
How should this chemical be stored?
Store at 2–8°C in a cool, dry place, protected from light and moisture to maintain stability.
What grades or purities are available for this product?
Molekula supplies this compound in technical-grade purity (typically ≥95%) for industrial applications; custom purities may be discussed.
Can Molekula supply this in bulk quantities?
Yes, we offer bulk packaging options (e.g., 5 kg, 25 kg, or larger) for large-scale industrial use—contact us for specific requirements.
What documentation comes with an order of this chemical?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and batch-specific documentation for traceability.
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