Description

3-Ethenyl-2,7,12,18-Tetramethyl-8-(2-Oxoethylidene)-21H,23H-Porphine-13,17-Dipropanoic Acid is a high-purity porphyrin derivative, a critical building block in advanced materials science and photodynamic research. This compound matters for its unique photophysical properties, making it an essential precursor for synthesizing specialized photosensitizers and functional dyes. It is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, diagnostic, and advanced organic electronics sectors for developing next-generation light-activated therapies and optoelectronic materials.

Application

• Photosensitizer Precursor: Key intermediate in the synthesis of novel compounds for photodynamic therapy (PDT) research targeting cancer and antimicrobial treatments.
• Functional Dye Synthesis: Serves as a core structure for developing specialized dyes with specific absorption and emission profiles for analytical chemistry and bio-imaging.
• Organic Semiconductor Research: Used in the development of organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and photovoltaic cells due to its conjugated porphyrin ring system.
• Catalyst Development: Acts as a ligand or framework for constructing metalloporphyrin complexes used in catalytic processes, including oxidation and C-H activation.
• Chemical Sensor Fabrication: Incorporated into sensor materials for the detection of gases, metals, or specific analytes based on its colorimetric or fluorescent response.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A vital reagent for fundamental research in supramolecular chemistry and the study of electron/energy transfer processes.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	3-Ethenyl-2,7,12,18-Tetramethyl-8-(2-Oxoethylidene)-21H,23H-Porphine-13,17-Dipropanoic Acid
CAS No.	156198-96-8
Molecular Formula	C₃₄H₃₄N₄O₆
Molecular Weight	594.66 g/mol
Synonyms	8-(2-Oxoethylidene)-3-ethenyl-2,7,12,18-tetramethyl-21H,23H-porphine-13,17-dipropanoic acid; 3-Vinyl-8-(2-oxoethylidene)-2,7,12,18-tetramethylporphyrin-13,17-dipropionic acid; Protoporphyrin IX derivative; Porphyrin carboxylic acid derivative; Light-sensitive porphyrin intermediate; Photosensitizer intermediate CAS 156198-96-8
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Quality Control

Our 3-Ethenyl-2,7,12,18-Tetramethyl-8-(2-Oxoethylidene)-21H,23H-Porphine-13,17-Dipropanoic Acid is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and spectroscopic methods for structural confirmation, to ensure high consistency and reliability for research and development applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive (store away from light). For long-term storage, consider inert atmosphere conditions to preserve stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark purple to brown solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residual Solvents	Meets ICH guidelines

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