Description

3,8,13,18-Tetrakis(Carboxymethyl)-5,10,15,20,22,24-Hexahydro 21H,23H-Porphine-2,7,12,17-Tetrapropanoic Acid is a highly functionalized porphyrin derivative, a key intermediate in the synthesis of advanced chelating agents and photosensitizers. Its value lies in its unique molecular architecture, which provides multiple coordination sites for metal ions, making it indispensable for creating specialized catalysts and diagnostic agents. This compound is primarily sought by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, chemical synthesis, and material science sectors for developing novel therapeutic and catalytic systems.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical precursor for synthesizing metalloporphyrin-based drugs, including potential photodynamic therapy (PDT) agents and MRI contrast media.
• Catalyst Synthesis: Used to create highly selective and efficient homogeneous catalysts for oxidation, reduction, and polymerization reactions in fine chemical manufacturing.
• Chemical Research: Acts as a versatile building block in supramolecular chemistry and coordination chemistry for designing novel molecular structures and sensors.
• Material Science: Employed in the development of advanced functional materials, such as molecular wires, organic semiconductors, and light-harvesting arrays.
• Analytical Reagent: Functions as a chelating agent in trace metal analysis and separation sciences due to its strong affinity for specific metal cations.
• Biomimetic Studies: Used to model heme proteins and other biologically important metalloenzymes for biochemical and mechanistic studies.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	3,8,13,18-Tetrakis(Carboxymethyl)-5,10,15,20,22,24-Hexahydro 21H,23H-Porphine-2,7,12,17-Tetrapropanoic Acid
CAS No.	1867-62-5
Molecular Formula	C₄₀H₄₂N₄O₁₆
Molecular Weight	834.78 g/mol
Synonyms	Meso-Tetra(carboxymethyl)porphine; TCPP; Tetra(carboxymethyl)porphyrin; 5,10,15,20-Tetrakis(4-carboxyphenyl)porphyrin (common mis-assignment check); α,β,γ,δ-Tetrakis(o-carboxyphenyl)porphine; Porphine-2,7,12,17-tetrapropanoic acid, 3,8,13,18-tetrakis(carboxymethyl)-5,10,15,20,22,24-hexahydro-21H,23H-; Tetraphenylporphyrin tetracarboxylic acid derivative
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Quality Control

Our production of 3,8,13,18-Tetrakis(Carboxymethyl)-5,10,15,20,22,24-Hexahydro 21H,23H-Porphine-2,7,12,17-Tetrapropanoic Acid adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and industrial applications. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical characterization, including HPLC for purity assessment and spectroscopic methods for structural confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The product is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to prevent degradation. Keep the container sealed in a dry environment to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark purple to brown powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.