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Building Blocks

Santa Cruz Biotechnology now offers a broad range of building blocks for chemical synthesis for use in various applications. Building blocks are fundamental compounds used as starting materials in the synthesis of complex molecules. These essential components play a critical role in organic and medicinal chemistry, materials science, and chemical biology. Researchers utilize building blocks to construct a wide variety of molecular architectures, from simple organic molecules to complex natural products and polymers. The availability of diverse building blocks allows scientists to design and optimize synthetic pathways, facilitating the creation of novel compounds with specific properties and functions. In academic and industrial laboratories, building blocks are indispensable for the development of new materials, catalysts, and bioactive molecules. They enable the exploration of structure-activity relationships, aiding in the understanding of molecular interactions and the discovery of new chemical entities. Additionally, building blocks are used in the study of reaction mechanisms and the development of more efficient and sustainable synthetic methodologies. By providing a comprehensive selection of high-quality building blocks, Santa Cruz Biotechnology supports cutting-edge research across multiple scientific disciplines, empowering scientists to push the boundaries of innovation and achieve their synthetic goals with precision and reliability. View detailed information on our available building blocks by clicking on the product name.

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β-Mercaptoethanol

60-24-2sc-202966A
sc-202966
100 ml
250 ml
$88.00
$118.00
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β-Mercaptoethanol is a versatile thiol that exhibits remarkable reactivity due to its sulfur-hydrogen bond, which can easily undergo oxidation to form disulfides. This compound's unique ability to act as a chain transfer agent in polymerization processes highlights its role in modifying molecular weight and structure. Additionally, its polar characteristics promote strong hydrogen bonding, enhancing its interactions with other polar solvents and biomolecules, making it a key player in various chemical pathways.

N-allyl-4-amino-N-methylbenzenesulfonamide

sc-355497
sc-355497A
1 g
5 g
$266.00
$800.00
(0)

N-allyl-4-amino-N-methylbenzenesulfonamide serves as a versatile building block in organic synthesis, characterized by its sulfonamide group that enhances solubility and reactivity. The presence of the allyl moiety allows for easy incorporation into various coupling reactions, while the amino group can participate in nucleophilic attacks, facilitating the formation of complex structures. Its unique electronic properties promote selective interactions, making it a valuable intermediate in diverse synthetic routes.

4-({[(1-methyl-1H-imidazol-2-yl)thio]acetyl}amino)benzoic acid

sc-347503
sc-347503A
1 g
5 g
$266.00
$800.00
(0)

4-({[(1-methyl-1H-imidazol-2-yl)thio]acetyl}amino)benzoic acid serves as a versatile building block, characterized by its ability to engage in diverse coupling reactions. The imidazole moiety introduces unique hydrogen bonding capabilities, enhancing its reactivity in cross-coupling and condensation processes. Its thioacetyl group contributes to increased nucleophilicity, allowing for efficient formation of amides and thioesters, thus expanding its utility in complex synthetic schemes.

3-Amino-4-diethylamino-N,N-diethyl-benzenesulfonamide

sc-346318
sc-346318A
1 g
5 g
$208.00
$625.00
(0)

3-Amino-4-diethylamino-N,N-diethyl-benzenesulfonamide serves as a versatile building block in organic synthesis, showcasing unique reactivity due to its sulfonamide functional group. This compound can engage in nucleophilic substitution reactions, allowing for the formation of various derivatives. Its distinct electronic properties facilitate specific interactions with electrophiles, promoting diverse synthetic routes. The presence of amino and diethylamino groups enhances solubility and reactivity, making it a valuable intermediate in complex molecular architectures.

Creatinine-d3

143827-20-7sc-217956
2.5 mg
$257.00
7
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Creatinine-d3 serves as a valuable tracer in biochemical research due to its deuterium labeling, which modifies its mass and enhances detection sensitivity in mass spectrometry. This isotopic variant participates in metabolic pathways, allowing researchers to investigate substrate utilization and metabolic rates with greater accuracy. Its unique interactions with enzymes can reveal subtle changes in reaction kinetics, aiding in the understanding of metabolic processes and energy dynamics.

1H-pyrazole-4-sulfonyl chloride

438630-64-9sc-345306
sc-345306A
250 mg
1 g
$188.00
$380.00
(0)

1H-pyrazole-4-sulfonyl chloride serves as a dynamic building block in organic synthesis, distinguished by its highly electrophilic sulfonyl chloride moiety. This compound exhibits rapid reactivity with nucleophiles, enabling the formation of sulfonamide linkages and other derivatives. The presence of the pyrazole ring contributes to its unique electronic properties, allowing for selective reactions under mild conditions. Its ability to form stable adducts enhances its utility in constructing complex molecular architectures.

Acetaminophen

103-90-2sc-203425
sc-203425A
sc-203425B
5 g
100 g
500 g
$40.00
$60.00
$190.00
11
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Acetaminophen, a versatile compound, features a unique arrangement of functional groups that facilitate strong dipole-dipole interactions, enhancing its solubility in polar solvents. Its ability to form stable intramolecular hydrogen bonds contributes to its structural integrity and influences its reactivity in condensation reactions. The compound's aromatic ring allows for π-π stacking, which can play a significant role in self-assembly processes and the development of novel materials in nanotechnology.

(1S)-1-(3-bromo-4-methoxyphenyl)ethanamine

sc-334421
sc-334421A
1 g
5 g
$728.00
$3347.00
(0)

(1S)-1-(3-bromo-4-methoxyphenyl)ethanamine serves as a versatile building block in organic synthesis, characterized by its bromo and methoxy substituents that modulate electronic properties and sterics. The bromine atom enhances nucleophilicity, enabling rapid coupling reactions, while the methoxy group provides electron-donating effects that stabilize intermediates. Its chiral center allows for the synthesis of enantiomerically enriched compounds, facilitating diverse synthetic pathways and enhancing selectivity in reactions.

{[(3,5-dimethylisoxazol-4-yl)methyl]thio}acetic acid

sc-347441
sc-347441A
250 mg
1 g
$188.00
$380.00
(0)

{[(3,5-dimethylisoxazol-4-yl)methyl]thio}acetic acid serves as a versatile building block, characterized by its isoxazole moiety that introduces unique electronic properties. The thioacetic acid functionality enhances nucleophilicity, promoting diverse reaction pathways, including thiol-ene and acylation reactions. Its steric hindrance from the dimethyl groups influences reaction kinetics, while the polar nature of the isoxazole aids in solvation, impacting reactivity in various synthetic contexts.

Methylglyoxal solution

78-98-8sc-250394
sc-250394A
sc-250394B
sc-250394C
sc-250394D
25 ml
100 ml
250 ml
500 ml
1 L
$143.00
$428.00
$469.00
$739.00
$1418.00
3
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Methylglyoxal solution acts as a versatile building block, characterized by its ability to engage in rapid enolization and tautomerization, which significantly influences reaction kinetics. Its electrophilic nature allows for effective carbonyl addition reactions, facilitating the formation of diverse carbon skeletons. Additionally, the compound's reactivity with nucleophiles can lead to the generation of various derivatives, expanding its utility in synthetic pathways. The solution's unique solubility properties further enhance its compatibility in diverse chemical environments.