Description

2 3 7 8 12 13 17 18-Octaethyl-21H 23H-porphyrin is a synthetic, symmetrically substituted porphyrin derivative of significant interest in advanced materials and photochemical research. This compound serves as a crucial building block and model system due to its well-defined structure and tunable electronic properties. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the fields of organic electronics, catalysis, and as a precursor for more complex macrocyclic systems.

Application

• Organic Semiconductor Research: Acts as a core component in the development of organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and photovoltaic cells.
• Catalysis: Serves as a ligand or precursor for metalloporphyrin catalysts used in oxidation and other synthetic transformations.
• Chemical Sensing: Utilized in the design of optical and electrochemical sensors due to its distinct spectral properties.
• Photodynamic Therapy (PDT) Research: Investigated as a potential photosensitizer in biomedical applications.
• Material Science: Employed in the synthesis of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and supramolecular assemblies.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of specialized colorants and pigments with high stability.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A fundamental reagent for studying porphyrin chemistry, electron transfer, and photophysics.

Basic Information

Product Name	2 3 7 8 12 13 17 18-Octaethyl-21H 23H-porphyrin
CAS No.	20910-35-4
Molecular Formula	C36H46N4
Molecular Weight	534.78 g/mol
Synonyms	Octaethylporphyrin; OEP; 2,3,7,8,12,13,17,18-Octaethylporphyrin; 21H,23H-Porphine, 2,3,7,8,12,13,17,18-octaethyl-; H2OEP; Free base octaethylporphyrin; Octaethyl-21H,23H-porphine
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Quality Control

Our 2 3 7 8 12 13 17 18-Octaethyl-21H 23H-porphyrin is produced under stringent conditions to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. Each lot undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and UV-Vis spectroscopy, to confirm identity and purity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Purple to dark red crystalline powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (UV-Vis)	Conforms to reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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