Description

Zinc 5,10,15,20-Tetra(4-Pyridyl)-21 H,23 H-Porphine CAS NO 31183-11-6 is a metalloporphyrin complex where a zinc ion is coordinated within a porphine macrocycle substituted with four pyridyl groups. This compound is valued for its unique photophysical and electrochemical properties, making it a critical component in advanced materials research and development. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and material scientists working in the fields of organic electronics, catalysis, and sensor technology.

Application

• Organic Photovoltaic (OPV) Research: As an electron donor or acceptor material in the development of next-generation solar cells.
• Catalysis: Serving as a catalyst or catalyst precursor in oxidation and other organic transformation reactions.
• Chemical Sensing: Utilized in the fabrication of optical and electrochemical sensors for detecting gases, ions, or biomolecules due to its colorimetric response.
• Photodynamic Therapy (PDT) Research: Investigated as a potential photosensitizer for medical applications.
• Molecular Electronics: A building block for creating molecular wires, switches, and other nanoscale electronic components.
• Supramolecular Chemistry: Used as a ligand or structural unit in the self-assembly of complex molecular architectures and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).

Basic Information

Product Name	Zinc 5,10,15,20-Tetra(4-Pyridyl)-21 H,23 H-Porphine
CAS No.	31183-11-6
Molecular Formula	C40H24N8Zn
Molecular Weight	666.06 g/mol
Synonyms	Zinc Tetrapyridylporphine; ZnTPyP; Zinc(II) 5,10,15,20-Tetra(4-pyridyl)porphyrin; Zinc(II) meso-Tetra(4-pyridyl)porphine; Zinc 5,10,15,20-Tetra(4-pyridyl)porphyrin; Zinc Tetrakis(4-pyridyl)porphyrin; ZnT4PyP; Zinc(II) meso-Tetrakis(4-pyridyl)porphyrin
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Quality Control

Our Zinc 5,10,15,20-Tetra(4-Pyridyl)porphine is produced under controlled conditions to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency, suitable for demanding research applications. Each lot undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and spectroscopic identification (UV-Vis, NMR). 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).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark purple to black crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95% (Typical 97-99%)
UV-Vis Spectrum	Conforms to reference
Solubility	Soluble in DMF, DMSO; slightly soluble in chlorinated solvents

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