An anion sensor based on calix[4]arene-Reichardt's dye

Jin Seok Bae, Seon Yeong Gwon, Shinya Matsumoto, Young A. Son, Sung Hoon Kim

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Abstract

A highly selective colorimetric displacement assay for anions, F- and H2PO4-, based on calix[4]arene-Reichardt's dye was studied in DMSO. When calix[4]arene forms a complex with Reichardt's, the absorption peak at 386, 419 and 632 nm disappeared. Addition of anions to solution of calix[4]arene-Reichardt's dye causes the blue color of Reichardt's dye to return as it is displaced from the calix[4]arene. These results demonstrate that this displacement assay can be favorably utilized for the development of potential sensors for the detection of anion such as F- and H2PO4- in relation to the other anions.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)858-860
Number of pages3
JournalFibers and Polymers
Volume10
Issue number6
DOIs
StatePublished - Dec 2009

Keywords

  • Anion sensor
  • Calix[4]arene
  • Displacement assay
  • Fluoride ion
  • H2PO4-
  • Reichardt's dye

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