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Anhydrides

Santa Cruz Biotechnology now offers a broad range of anhydrides for use in various applications. Anhydrides are a class of organic compounds that are formed by the removal of water from two molecules of carboxylic acids, resulting in a compound with two acyl groups bonded to the same oxygen atom. These highly reactive compounds are crucial in synthetic organic chemistry for their ability to act as acylating agents, facilitating the formation of esters, amides, and other derivatives through nucleophilic acyl substitution reactions. Anhydrides are pivotal in polymer chemistry, where they are used to produce polyesters and polyamides, materials that have significant industrial applications due to their strength, durability, and versatility. In biochemistry, anhydrides play a role in the synthesis of biomolecules and the study of enzymatic mechanisms, particularly those involving acyl transfer reactions. Environmental scientists study anhydrides to understand their reactivity and potential impact on ecosystems, as well as to develop methods for their safe handling and disposal. Additionally, anhydrides are employed in materials science to modify surface properties, enhance adhesion, and create advanced materials with specific structural and functional characteristics. They are also vital in analytical chemistry as reagents for derivatization, improving the detection and analysis of various compounds using techniques such as gas chromatography and mass spectrometry. By offering a diverse selection of anhydrides, Santa Cruz Biotechnology supports a wide range of scientific endeavors, enabling researchers to select the appropriate anhydride for their specific experimental needs. This extensive range of anhydrides facilitates innovation and discovery across multiple scientific disciplines, including chemistry, biology, environmental science, and materials science. View detailed information on our available anhydrides by clicking on the product name.

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3,6-Dinitronaphthalic Anhydride

3807-80-5sc-209724
1 g
$378.00
(0)

3,6-Dinitronaphthalic Anhydride exhibits a pronounced electrophilic character due to the presence of two nitro groups, which enhance its reactivity towards nucleophiles. The compound's planar, polycyclic structure allows for effective π-stacking interactions, influencing its solubility and reactivity. Its anhydride functionality enables it to participate in acylation and condensation reactions, leading to diverse synthetic pathways. The compound's unique electronic properties also facilitate selective reactions, making it a noteworthy intermediate in organic synthesis.

Trifluoroacetic anhydride

407-25-0sc-213113
sc-213113A
25 g
100 g
$31.00
$85.00
(0)

Trifluoroacetic anhydride is characterized by its strong electrophilic nature, attributed to the electron-withdrawing trifluoroacetyl groups. This enhances its reactivity with nucleophiles, facilitating acylation and esterification reactions. The compound's unique steric and electronic properties promote rapid reaction kinetics, allowing for efficient formation of acyl derivatives. Its high polarity and volatility influence solubility and interaction with various substrates, making it a versatile reagent in organic chemistry.

Butyric anhydride

106-31-0sc-214641
sc-214641A
500 ml
1 L
$50.00
$75.00
(0)

Butyric anhydride exhibits a distinctive reactivity profile due to its ability to form stable acyl intermediates, which are crucial in various condensation reactions. Its moderate steric hindrance allows for selective acylation, while the presence of the butyric moiety enhances its interaction with nucleophiles. The compound's unique balance of hydrophobic and polar characteristics influences its solubility in organic solvents, facilitating diverse synthetic pathways in organic synthesis.

Hexanoic anhydride

2051-49-2sc-215147
sc-215147A
50 g
250 g
$40.00
$126.00
(0)

Hexanoic anhydride is characterized by its propensity to engage in nucleophilic acyl substitution reactions, forming reactive acyl derivatives. The compound's linear structure promotes efficient molecular interactions, enhancing its reactivity with various nucleophiles. Its unique hydrophobic nature, combined with a moderate degree of polarity, allows for effective solvation in organic media, making it a versatile reagent in synthetic organic chemistry. The anhydride's kinetic behavior is influenced by steric factors, enabling selective transformations.

Valeric anhydride

2082-59-9sc-216050
sc-216050A
25 ml
100 ml
$45.00
$60.00
1
(0)

Valeric anhydride exhibits a distinctive reactivity profile as an anhydride, primarily engaging in acylation reactions with nucleophiles. Its branched structure introduces unique steric effects, which can modulate reaction rates and selectivity. The compound's ability to form stable intermediates enhances its utility in various synthetic pathways. Additionally, its moderate polarity facilitates interactions with both polar and nonpolar solvents, broadening its applicability in organic synthesis.

Diphenylborinic anhydride

4426-21-5sc-214906
sc-214906A
250 mg
1 g
$68.00
$215.00
(0)

Diphenylborinic anhydride is characterized by its unique ability to participate in electrophilic aromatic substitution reactions, owing to the electron-withdrawing nature of the boron atom. This compound can form stable adducts with nucleophiles, leading to diverse synthetic routes. Its planar structure allows for effective π-stacking interactions, influencing reaction kinetics. Furthermore, the presence of phenyl groups enhances solubility in organic solvents, making it versatile in various chemical environments.

Myristic anhydride

626-29-9sc-211942
10 g
$119.00
(0)

Myristic anhydride exhibits distinctive reactivity as an anhydride, primarily engaging in acylation reactions due to its electrophilic carbonyl groups. This compound can readily undergo hydrolysis, generating myristic acid and facilitating esterification processes. Its relatively nonpolar nature enhances compatibility with lipophilic substrates, promoting unique interactions in non-aqueous environments. Additionally, the steric bulk of the myristoyl group influences reaction selectivity and kinetics, making it a notable participant in organic synthesis.

Diisopropyl Carbonate

6482-34-4sc-498771
2.5 g
$311.00
(0)

Diisopropyl carbonate functions as a versatile anhydride, characterized by its ability to form stable acyl derivatives through nucleophilic acyl substitution. The presence of two isopropyl groups imparts steric hindrance, which can modulate reaction rates and selectivity in acylation processes. Its polar nature allows for effective solvation of reactants, enhancing reaction kinetics. Furthermore, the compound's unique molecular interactions facilitate the formation of cyclic intermediates, expanding its utility in synthetic pathways.

2,3,3′,4′-biphenyl tetracarboxylic dianhydride

36978-41-3sc-335401
1 g
$525.00
(0)

2,3,3',4'-biphenyl tetracarboxylic dianhydride exhibits remarkable reactivity as an anhydride, primarily due to its rigid biphenyl structure that promotes effective π-π stacking interactions. This rigidity influences the kinetics of acylation reactions, allowing for selective pathways in polymer synthesis. Its high electron affinity enhances electrophilic character, facilitating rapid nucleophilic attack. Additionally, the compound's ability to form stable anhydride linkages contributes to its role in creating complex macromolecular architectures.

Cyclopropanecarboxylic anhydride

33993-24-7sc-337649
1 g
$762.00
(0)

Cyclopropanecarboxylic anhydride showcases unique reactivity as an anhydride, characterized by its strained three-membered ring structure. This strain leads to increased ring-opening reactivity, making it a potent electrophile in acylation reactions. The compound's ability to undergo rapid cycloaddition and rearrangement reactions enhances its versatility in synthetic pathways. Furthermore, its distinct steric properties influence the selectivity of nucleophilic attacks, allowing for tailored synthesis in various chemical contexts.