Fullerene C60
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Fullerene C60

High-purity fullerene C60 is a highly refined nanomaterial designed specifically for the most demanding scientific and industrial applications. This ultra-pure form ensures extremely low impurity levels, thereby offering unrivalled reliability, reproducibility and performance. The molecule consists of 60 carbon atoms arranged in a perfectly symmetrical spherical structure, endowing it with unique chemical, physical and electronic properties.

Purity: 99.95% COA Available MSDS/SDS Available
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10–50 g
$35 USD / g
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Product Name Fullerene C60
CAS No. 99685-96-8
Molecular Formula C60
Molecular Weight 720.67
Purity Options 99.95%
Appearance Yellow-brown or black crystals with metallic luster.
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High-purity fullerene C60 is a highly refined nanomaterial designed specifically for the most demanding scientific and industrial applications. This ultra-pure form ensures extremely low impurity levels, thereby offering unrivalled reliability, reproducibility and performance. The molecule consists of 60 carbon atoms arranged in a perfectly symmetrical spherical structure, endowing it with unique chemical, physical and electronic properties.

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Fullerene C60 is a spherical carbon cage material studied in advanced materials, organic electronics, photovoltaic research, lubricant formulation research, coatings, and related material science fields. For procurement, buyers usually evaluate C60 by purity, batch-specific COA, MSDS/SDS, solubility, storage, packaging, and application requirements.

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Product Name Fullerene C60
Synonyms Buckminsterfullerene C60 (pure) / C60 (pure) / Carbon C60 (pure)
CAS No. 99685-96-8
Molecular Formula C60
Molecular Weight 720.67
Appearance Yellow-brown or black crystals with metallic luster.
Purity Options 99.95%
Solubility Insoluble in water. Typically dissolved in aromatic solvents (e.g., toluene, chlorobenzene) or non-aromatic solvents such as carbon disulfide. Pure 𝐶60 toluene solutions are typically purple; higher concentrations appear reddish-purple.
Storage Conditions Store in a cool, dry place away from light.
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Fullerene C60 is a spherical carbon molecule composed of 60 carbon atoms. Due to its unique cage-like structure and exceptional antioxidant capacity, it is widely applied across advanced material science, cosmetics, and biomedical research. Applications:

  1. Cosmetic Antioxidant Agent
    Used in anti-aging skincare formulations for its free radical scavenging ability.

  2. Biomedical Research
    Investigated for potential in drug delivery systems and neuroprotective applications.

  3. Nanomaterials Development
    Acts as a building block for nanotechnology, semiconductors, and superconductors.

  4. Photodynamic Therapy
    Explored in phototherapy due to its ability to generate reactive oxygen species under light.

  5. Lubricants & Coatings
    Added to enhance wear resistance and thermal stability in high-performance materials.

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Technical Article Jul 2026

Fullerene Properties: Essential Guide to Structure, Solubility, Electronics, and Applications

Fullerene properties come from one unusual structural fact: fullerenes are molecular carbon cages. Unlike graphite, graphene, carbon black, or diamond, fullerene molecules...

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Technical Article Jul 2026

How Are Fullerenes Similar to Diamond and Graphite?

How are fullerenes similar to diamond and graphite? The simple answer is that fullerenes, diamond, and graphite are all forms of carbon....

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Technical Article Jul 2026

The Solubility of Pristine Fullerenes in Organic Solvents: C60, C70, and Practical Handling

The solubility of pristine fullerenes in organic solvents is one of the most important practical topics in fullerene chemistry. Fullerene C60 and...

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