Perylene is used as a fluorescent and a chemiluminescent agent in the cytochemistry of membranes. It serves as a blue-emitting dopant material in organic light emitting diodes. It finds application as an organic photoconductor.
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ApplicationsPerylene is used as a fluorescent and a chemiluminescent agent in the cytochemistry of membranes. It serves as a blue-emitting dopant material in organic light emitting diodes. It finds application as an organic photoconductor.
SolubilitySoluble in chloroform, carbon disulfide and benzene. Slightly soluble in alcohol and ethyl ether. Insoluble in water.
NotesIncompatible with strong oxidizing agents.