3,3'-Diethylthiacyanine iodide is a synthetic organic compound belonging to the class of cyanine dyes, characterized by its vibrant color and ability to absorb light in the visible spectrum. This compound features a thiacyanine structure, which includes a sulfur atom in its conjugated system, enhancing its electronic properties. It typically exhibits strong absorption in the near-infrared region, making it useful in various applications such as fluorescence microscopy, photodynamic therapy, and as a dye in biological staining. The iodide counterion contributes to its solubility in polar solvents, while the diethyl groups provide steric hindrance, influencing its photophysical properties. The stability of 3,3'-diethylthiacyanine iodide can be affected by environmental factors such as pH and temperature, which may lead to degradation or changes in its optical characteristics. Overall, this compound is notable for its unique structural features and potential applications in scientific research and technology.

3,3'-diethylthiacyanine iodide

2197-01-5: 3,3'-Diethyl-2,2'-thiacyanine iodide, 3-Ethyl-2-((3-ethyl-3H-benzothiazol-2-ylidene)methyl)benzothiazolium iodide, 3-Ethyl-2-[(3-ethyl-2-benzothiazolinylidene)methyl]benzothiazolium iodide, 3-ethyl-2-[(E)-(3-ethyl-1,3-benzothiazol-2(3H)-ylidene)methyl]-1,3-benzothiazol-3-ium iodide, Benzothiazolium, 3-ethyl-2-((3-ethyl-2(3H)-benzothiazolylidene)methyl)-, iodide, Benzothiazolium, 3-ethyl-2-((3-ethyl-2(3H)-benzothiazolylidene)methyl)-, iodide (1:1), Benzothiazolium, 3-ethyl-2-[(3-ethyl-2-benzothiazolinylidene)methyl]-, iodide, Bis(3-ethylbenzothiazolyl(2))monomethinecyanine iodide, Bis(3-ethylbenzthiazolyl-(2))-monomethinecyanine iodide, Nk 88, Nsc 523969, Thiacyanine iodide, Thiacyanine iodide, 3,3′-diethyl-, Thiocyanine iodide,  3,3'-Diethylthiacyanine iodide

3,3'-Diethylthiacyanine iodide, a cyanine fluorescent dye, exhibits a significant affinity for bacterial cells [1].

3,3'-Diethylthiacyanine iodide

3,3''-Diethylthiacyanine iodide

3,3′-Diethylthiacyanine iodide is a fluorescent dye that has a helical structure and a viscosity of about 2.5 cP at 25°C. It can be dissolved in an organic solvent such as dodecane or chloroform. 3,3′-Diethylthiacyanine iodide is used to measure the concentration of vinyl alcohol in organic solutions, by measuring the rate of self-quenching of the dye due to its interaction with vinyl alcohol.

CAS 2197-01-5: 3,3'-diethylthiacyanine iodide

3,3'-Diethylthiacyanine iodide

Ref: TM-T73605

3,3''-Diethylthiacyanine iodide

Ref: 7W-GT3784

3,3′-Diethylthiacyanine iodide

Ref: 3D-FD179019