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1,1′-Diethyl-2,4′-cyanine iodide

Also known as: Ethyl Red Iodide, 1-ethyl-2-[(1-ethyl-4(1H)-quinolinylidene)methyl]quinolinium iodide, Isocyanine iodide, SKL521, 1,1'-Diethyl-2,4'-cyanine iodide, Quinaldinium, 1-ethyl-α-(1-ethyl-4(1H)-quinolylidene)-, iodide, Quinolinium, 1-ethyl-2-[(1-ethyl-4(1H)-quinolinylidene)methyl]-, iodide

1,1′-Diethyl-2,4′-cyanine iodide (CAS 634-21-9) is a compound in the Organohalogen Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C23H23IN2 and a molecular weight of 454.34700 g/mol. Key property: a melting point of 158-160ºC(lit.). No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
634-21-9
Jingsj CID
J-39736-8
Molecular Formula
C23H23IN2
Molecular Weight
454.34700 g/mol
Category
Organohalogen Compounds
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point158-160ºC(lit.)
Exact Mass454.09100
PSA8.81000
LogP1.23570
Refractive Index1.653

Activity & Biological Data

Additional Information[1]. Xu T, et al. All-optical switching characteristics of ethyl red doped polymer film. Optical Materials, 2008, 30(9): 1349-1354. [2]. Bell S, et al. Ab initio and density functional study of the resonance Raman spectra of Methyl Red, Ethyl Red and their protonated derivatives. Journal of Raman spectroscopy, 1998, 29(6): 447-462.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 1,1′-Diethyl-2,4′-cyanine iodide?

The CAS number of 1,1′-Diethyl-2,4′-cyanine iodide is 634-21-9.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 1,1′-Diethyl-2,4′-cyanine iodide?

1,1′-Diethyl-2,4′-cyanine iodide has molecular formula C23H23IN2 and molecular weight 454.34700 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 1,1′-Diethyl-2,4′-cyanine iodide?

For 1,1′-Diethyl-2,4′-cyanine iodide, Upstream Products: 1-Ethyl-2-methylquinolinium iodide, 4-Chloroquinoline, Quinaldine.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "1,1′-Diethyl-2,4′-cyanine iodide (CAS 634-21-9)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-39736-8 (accessed 2026-11-07).

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