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Fullerene DerivativesFullerene Derivatives
[n]PCBM Other Derivatives Custom Synthesis
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[60]PCBM
Nano-C is unique among suppliers of fullerene derivatives. We are fully integrated, and control product quality from fullerene manufacture through to derivatization. For demanding applications, this single point of accountability provides our customers with the assurance they need to take applications forward. We have a strong commitment to providing our customers with high-quality technical support. We can select & synthesize the most appropriate fullerene derivative to meet the requirements of any application.
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[60]PCB-C12 (lipo-soluble for skincare and nutrition)
The chemistry of fullerenes is rich and varied and allows the properties of basic fullerenes to be tailored to a given application. Derivatives of all of the basic fullerenes are possible; e.g., C60, C70 and C84. Derivatives can be made to be more highly lipophilic than basic fullerenes as well as water soluble and amphiphilic. They include copolymers and derivatives with altered electronic and optical properties.
[n]PCBM (Phenyl Cn Butyric Acid Methyl Ester)
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[60]PCB-EO4
The commercialization of the PCBM range of derivatives began in 1994, with the work of J.C. Hummelen, B.W. Knight, F. LePeq, F. Wudl, J. Yao, C.L. Wilkins (J. Org. Chem., 1995, 60, p 532-538). We were pleased to have one of the authors, Dr. J.C. Hummelen, associated with us from 2003 to 2005 to facilitate technology transfer.
PCBM has become today’s market standard in polymer electronics and photovoltaics as a result of its flexibility and historic research. We offer a full range of fullerenes with the PCBM chemical modification including C60, C70 and C84. See our product guide for more information.
Other Derivatives
Our range of synthesized fullerene derivatives includes hydroxylated and carboxylated for enhanced water solubility. For enhanced lipid solubility, we produce PCB-C12 and PCB-C18.
Custom Synthesis
We also offer our customers the opportunity to have particular derivatives synthesized to meet specific requirements. Please call us to discuss your specific needs or email us at sales@nano-c.com.