ADS680HO is 2-[5-(1,3-Dihydro-3,3-dimethyl-1-(2-hydroxyethyl)-2H-benz[e]indol-2-ylidene)-1,3-pentadienyl]-3,3-dimethyl-1-(2-hydroxyethyl)-3H-benz[e]indolium perchlorate.

The chemical formula for ADS680HO is C37 H39 Cl N2 O6.

  • Appearance: Dark Brown Powder
  • Molecular weight: 667.29 g mol-1
  • Melting Point: > 240oC (Decomp.)
  • Absorption maximum: 678 – 682 nm (in MeOH)
  • photo luminescence:
  • Absorption coefficient: 1.5 x 105 L mol-1 cm-1
  • Recommended Solvents: Methanol