Description

5,10,15,20-Tetrakis(3,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)Porphyrin is a functionalized porphyrin derivative characterized by its four catechol-substituted phenyl rings. This compound matters for its unique photophysical and redox properties, making it a versatile building block for advanced materials and sensors. It is needed by researchers and manufacturers in the fields of organic electronics, photodynamic therapy research, and catalysis, where precise molecular architecture is critical.

Application

• Photodynamic Therapy (PDT) Research: Investigated as a potential photosensitizer due to its light absorption and ability to generate reactive oxygen species.
• Chemical Sensors: Utilized in the development of selective sensors for metal ions, leveraging the catechol groups' strong chelating ability.
• Catalysis: Serves as a ligand or catalyst precursor in oxidation and other organic transformations.
• Advanced Materials: A key monomer for constructing porphyrin-based polymers, covalent organic frameworks (COFs), and supramolecular assemblies.
• Dye-Sensitized Solar Cells (DSSCs): Explored as a component in light-harvesting systems for energy conversion.
• Antioxidant Studies: Used in biochemical research to study free radical scavenging and redox processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	5,10,15,20-Tetrakis(3,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)Porphyrin
CAS No.	85111-02-0
Molecular Formula	C44H30N4O8
Molecular Weight	742.74 g/mol
Synonyms	5,10,15,20-Tetrakis(3,4-dihydroxyphenyl)-21H,23H-porphine; Tetrakis(3,4-dihydroxyphenyl)porphyrin; TDHPP; Catechol Porphyrin; 21H,23H-Porphine, 5,10,15,20-tetrakis(3,4-dihydroxyphenyl)-; 5,10,15,20-Tetra(3,4-dihydroxyphenyl)porphyrin
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Quality Control

Our 5,10,15,20-Tetrakis(3,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)Porphyrin undergoes rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request. We adhere to strict in-house protocols to guarantee batch-to-batch consistency for research and development applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at 2-8°C to minimize oxidation and degradation. Keep the container in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark purple to black solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Solubility	Soluble in DMF, DMSO; sparingly soluble in common organic solvents

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