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Synthetic approaches to the phthalocyanines and their polynuclear and sandwich-type derivatives, bearing sulfurcontaining functional groups, are classified. Additionally complexes, possessing an extended π-conjugation system (planar and sandwich-type 2,3-naphthalocyanines) are reviewed. Principal application areas are covered. Special attention is paid to the formation of conjugates with gold nanoparticles -prospective materials for organic electronics.