1,3,5,7-Tetramethyl-8-phenyl-4,4-difluoroboradiazaindacene | CAS 194235-40-0

Catalog Number	F01-0050
Category	BODIPY
Molecular Formula	C19H19BF2N2
Molecular Weight	324.18

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F01-0050	1 g	$399

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Product Introduction

BODIPY dyes are used to generate fluorescent conjugates of proteins, nucleotides, oligonucleotides and dextrans, as well as to prepare fluorescent enzyme substrates, fatty acids, phospholipids, lipopolysaccharides, receptor ligands and polystyrene microspheres.

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Synonyms	4,4-Difluoro-1,3,5,7-tetramethyl-8-phenyl-4-bora-3a,4a-diaza-s-indacene
IUPAC Name	2,2-difluoro-4,6,10,12-tetramethyl-8-phenyl-3-aza-1-azonia-2-boranuidatricyclo[7.3.0.03,7]dodeca-1(12),4,6,8,10-pentaene
Canonical SMILES	[B-]1(N2C(=CC(=C2C(=C3[N+]1=C(C=C3C)C)C4=CC=CC=C4)C)C)(F)F
InChI	InChI=1S/C19H19BF2N2/c1-12-10-14(3)23-18(12)17(16-8-6-5-7-9-16)19-13(2)11-15(4)24(19)20(23,21)22/h5-11H,1-4H3
InChIKey	QFNRXPJMRSOECW-UHFFFAOYSA-N

Excitation	585 nm
Emission	594 nm
Storage	Store at -20°C

1,3,5,7-Tetramethyl-8-phenyl-4,4-difluoroboradiazaindacene, commonly known as BODIPY, stands out as a versatile fluorescent dye widely utilized in scientific exploration.

Fluorescent Labeling: In the realms of cellular and molecular biology, BODIPY emerges as a leading fluorescent label, offering robust fluorescence and stability for tagging proteins, nucleic acids, or small molecules in live-cell imaging endeavors. This application plays a pivotal role in capturing real-time biological processes, providing invaluable insights into the dynamic and interactive nature of cells.

Sensors and Probes: Harnessing its extraordinary photophysical properties, BODIPY is utilized in crafting sensors and probes to detect diverse chemical species, including ions, pH fluctuations, and environmental variables within biological systems. Such applications prove indispensable in diagnostics and environmental monitoring, delivering swift and precise analyses of targeted analytes.

Photodynamic Therapy: Within the domain of biomedical research, BODIPY derivatives are under scrutiny for their potential in photodynamic therapy (PDT), a treatment approach that involves photoactivating a compound to generate reactive oxygen species capable of eradicating cancer cells. Tailored designs, facilitated by BODIPY’s structural versatility, enhance its efficacy in selectively targeting cancer cells, offering novel avenues for non-invasive cancer treatments with reduced side effects compared to traditional methods.

Solar Energy Harvesting: BODIPY compounds assume a critical role in advancing solar energy materials, particularly in organic photovoltaics and dye-sensitized solar cells. Possessing exceptional light-absorption capabilities, these compounds adeptly capture solar energy and convert it into electricity, thereby making significant contributions to the improvement of renewable energy technologies and the efficiency of solar panels.