Description
Fullerene C60 (SOL5060) – High-Purity Carbon 60 for Electronics & Bio-Pharma
Fullerene C60 (CAS: 99685-96-8) is the primary starting material and n-type semiconductor utilized in organic photovoltaics (OPV), perovskite solar cells, thermal evaporation systems, and bio-pharma R&D. Manufactured by Solaris Chem and shipped under inert nitrogen in amber glass vials, SOL5060 is available in regular, solvent-free eZeSol™, certified USP, and sublimed grades with purities up to 99.99%+.
Available High-Purity C60 Grades
Regular Grades (0.1 – 0.5% Residual Solvents)
- Grade 99.00% (SOL5060B): High-purity grade for standard chemical synthesis.
- Grade 99.50% (SOL5060A): High-purity grade for baseline R&D.
- Grade 99.90% (SOL5060Z): High-purity grade for advanced device fabrication.
Solvent-Free Grades (eZeSol™ Series)
- Grade 99.50% (SOL5060X): Solvent-free high-purity synthesis grade.
- Grade 99.90% (SOL5060W): Solvent-free high-purity grade.
- Grade 99.95% (SOL5060Y): Very high purity for standards and bio-pharma R&D.
- Grade 99.95% (SOL5060YN) – CERTIFIED USP: Certified USP grade for pharmaceutical applications.
- Grade 99.99% (SOL5060YY): Ultra-high purity grade for sensitive formulations.
Sublimed Ultra-High Purity Grades
- Grade 99.99% Sublimed (SOL5060S): Solvent-free, sublimed ultra-high purity grade for thermal evaporation and precision standards.
The eZeSol™ Solvent-Free Advantage
Our eZeSol™ process subjects pristine C60 fullerene to controlled heat-cooling cycles under dynamic inert medical nitrogen. This completely suppresses oxidation, removes volatile solvents, and enhances dissolution dynamics:
- Toluene Dissolution: Dissolves/disperses in a few seconds to minutes (up to 3 g/L).
- o-DCB Dissolution: Dissolves/disperses in a few seconds to minutes (up to 24 g/L).
- Olive Oil Solubility: Achieves 0.8–1.0 g/L in 3–5 days (compared to 2 weeks for standard C60 powders).
Technical Documentation & Promotional Materials
Safety Data Sheet:
Download SDS-SOL5060 (PDF)
Promotional Materials:
Flyer (English – Full) |
Flyer (English – ECO)
Fullerene C60 (SOL5060) Technical Specifications
| Property | Specification / Value |
|---|---|
| Acronyms | C60, Fullerene C60, Carbon 60 |
| Chemical Name | Fullerene C60 |
| CAS Number | 99685-96-8 |
| Appearance & Texture | Brown to dark grey solid powder |
| Molecular Weight | 720.64 g/mol |
| HOMO Energy Level | -6.1 eV |
| LUMO Energy Level | -4.3 eV |
| Melting Point | > 280 °C (> 536 °F) |
| Solubility | Toluene, o-DCB, organic oils |
| Packaging | Amber glass vials under inert nitrogen atmosphere |
Peer-Reviewed Scientific Citations
1. “Dispersive Non-Geminate Recombination in an Amorphous Polymer: Fullerene Blend” – J. Kurpiers, D. Neher. Sci Rep 6, 26832 (2016). https://doi.org/10.1038/srep26832
2. “Multifunctional fullerene and metallofullerene based nanobiomaterials” – G. Lalwani, B. Sitharaman. NanoLIFE (2013). DOI: 10.1142/S1793984413420038
3. “Cationic Fullerenes Are Effective and Selective Antimicrobial Photosensitizers” – G. P. Tegos et al. Chemistry & Biology 12 (10): 1127–1135 (2005).
4. “Surface Alterations to Impart Antiviral Properties to Combat COVID-19 Transmission” – R. Y. Siddiquie et al. (2020). https://doi.org/10.1007/s41403-020-00096-9
5. “Anti-Influenza Activity of C60 Fullerene Derivatives” – M. Shoji et al. PLoS ONE (2013). https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0066337
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the difference between regular and eZeSol™ solvent-free C60 grades?
Regular C60 grades contain 0.1–0.5% residual volatile solvents suitable for standard organic synthesis. eZeSol™ solvent-free grades undergo controlled inert thermal processing to remove all volatiles, enabling ultra-fast dissolution in solvents, oils, and bio-pharma R&D applications.
In what optoelectronic and biological applications is Fullerene C60 used?
Fullerene C60 serves as an n-type semiconductor, electron acceptor, or interface layer in organic photovoltaics (OPV), perovskite solar cells, thermal evaporation systems, photodynamic therapy, antimicrobial/antiviral surfaces, and bio-pharma research.
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Notice: Products for Research and Development. Laboratory use only by qualified personnel. The user should read the available SDS and be aware of any precautions to take for the safe manipulation of these materials. Solaris Chem shall not be held responsible for any damage resulting from handling or use.
