Date published: 2025-10-17

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Lactones

Santa Cruz Biotechnology now offers a broad range of lactones for use in various applications. Lactones, a group of cyclic esters, are integral to scientific research due to their diverse chemical properties and versatile applications. These compounds, formed through the intramolecular esterification of hydroxy acids, serve as essential intermediates in organic synthesis, facilitating the creation of complex molecules through various ring-opening and polymerization reactions. In the field of materials science, lactones are utilized in the production of biodegradable polymers and resins, which are critical for developing sustainable materials with reduced environmental impact. Researchers in environmental science leverage lactones to study natural processes and to design eco-friendly chemical solutions. In biochemistry, lactones play a crucial role in the study of enzyme mechanisms and metabolic pathways, offering insights into fundamental biological processes. They are also important in flavor and fragrance chemistry, where their unique aromatic properties are harnessed to create a wide range of scents and flavors. Analytical chemists use lactones as standards and reagents to facilitate the identification and quantification of compounds in complex mixtures. The ability of lactones to participate in various chemical transformations makes them valuable tools in synthetic chemistry, enabling the development of novel compounds and materials. Their broad applicability across multiple scientific disciplines underscores their importance in driving innovation and expanding our understanding of chemical and biological systems. View detailed information on our available lactones by clicking on the product name.

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Milbemycin A3

51596-10-2sc-202226
sc-202226A
sc-202226B
sc-202226C
1 mg
5 mg
50 mg
100 mg
$335.00
$1300.00
$6460.00
$12587.00
1
(1)

Milbemycin A3, a member of the lactone family, exhibits a unique macrocyclic structure that promotes specific stereochemical interactions, enhancing its affinity for lipid membranes. Its distinct ring system allows for selective binding to certain receptors, influencing its kinetic behavior in various environments. The compound's ability to undergo ring-opening reactions under specific conditions highlights its reactivity, while its hydrophobic characteristics contribute to its stability in non-polar solvents.

6-Aminofluorescein

51649-83-3sc-206025
1 g
$300.00
(0)

6-Aminofluorescein, classified as a lactone, features a conjugated system that facilitates strong π-π stacking interactions, enhancing its photophysical properties. Its unique structure allows for intramolecular hydrogen bonding, which stabilizes its conformation and influences its reactivity. The compound's ability to participate in nucleophilic attack reactions showcases its dynamic behavior, while its solubility in polar solvents underscores its versatility in various chemical environments.

4-Methylumbelliferyl β-D-N,N′,N′′,N′′′-Tetraacetylchitotetraoside

53643-14-4sc-220951
0.5 mg
$430.00
(0)

4-Methylumbelliferyl β-D-N,N',N′′,N′′'-Tetraacetylchitotetraoside, a lactone, exhibits intriguing molecular interactions due to its glycosidic linkages, which facilitate specific enzyme-substrate recognition. Its structural features promote unique conformational flexibility, allowing for diverse reaction pathways. The compound's ability to undergo hydrolysis under mild conditions highlights its kinetic properties, while its fluorescence characteristics provide insights into its behavior in various chemical contexts.

L-Leucine 7-amido-4-methylcoumarin hydrochloride

62480-44-8sc-218643
sc-218643A
5 mg
25 mg
$117.00
$352.00
(0)

L-Leucine 7-amido-4-methylcoumarin hydrochloride, a lactone, exhibits intriguing photophysical properties due to its coumarin moiety, which allows for efficient energy transfer processes. The compound's unique structural features promote specific interactions with metal ions, potentially altering its electronic characteristics. Additionally, its ability to undergo ring-opening reactions under certain conditions highlights its dynamic reactivity, making it a subject of interest in various chemical studies.

4′-Demethylepipodophyllotoxin

6559-91-7sc-206950
10 mg
$175.00
(0)

4'-Demethylepipodophyllotoxin, classified as a lactone, showcases remarkable structural stability due to its cyclic arrangement, which influences its reactivity in organic synthesis. The compound's unique electron distribution facilitates selective interactions with nucleophiles, leading to distinct reaction pathways. Its propensity for intramolecular hydrogen bonding enhances its conformational rigidity, affecting solubility and reactivity in various solvents, thus influencing its kinetic behavior in chemical reactions.

4′-Aminomethyl-4,5′,8-trimethylpsoralen

64358-50-5sc-205874
5 mg
$230.00
1
(0)

4'-Aminomethyl-4,5',8-trimethylpsoralen, classified as a lactone, showcases remarkable photochemical behavior, particularly in its ability to form covalent bonds with nucleophiles upon UV irradiation. This compound's unique structure facilitates intercalation into DNA, influencing its conformational dynamics. Its distinct electron-rich regions contribute to selective reactivity, enabling diverse synthetic pathways and enhancing its role in photoreactive studies. The compound's stability under varying conditions further underscores its intriguing chemical profile.

3-O-Methylfluorescein

65144-30-1sc-261091
100 mg
$287.00
(0)

3-O-Methylfluorescein, a lactone, exhibits intriguing fluorescence properties due to its unique conjugated system, which allows for efficient energy transfer and light absorption. Its structure promotes strong interactions with polar solvents, enhancing solubility and reactivity. The compound's ability to undergo reversible transformations under specific conditions highlights its dynamic nature, while its distinct electronic characteristics facilitate selective interactions with various substrates, making it a subject of interest in chemical research.

Antibiotic LL Z1640-4

66018-41-5sc-202056
sc-202056A
1 mg
5 mg
$211.00
$745.00
1
(1)

Antibiotic LL Z1640-4, classified as a lactone, showcases remarkable stability and reactivity due to its cyclic ester structure. This compound engages in unique intramolecular interactions that influence its conformational flexibility, allowing it to participate in diverse chemical pathways. Its distinctive electronic properties enable selective binding with nucleophiles, while its hydrophobic regions enhance partitioning in non-polar environments, making it a fascinating subject for further exploration in chemical dynamics.

Talniflumate

66898-62-2sc-203706
sc-203706A
10 mg
50 mg
$85.00
$359.00
(0)

Talniflumate, a lactone, exhibits intriguing characteristics stemming from its cyclic structure, which facilitates unique intermolecular interactions. This compound demonstrates a propensity for specific reaction kinetics, allowing it to engage in selective electrophilic reactions. Its distinct polar and non-polar regions contribute to its solubility profile, influencing its behavior in various solvents. The compound's conformational adaptability further enhances its reactivity, making it a subject of interest in synthetic chemistry.

N-butyryl-L-Homoserine lactone

67605-85-0sc-205402
sc-205402A
5 mg
10 mg
$46.00
$87.00
2
(0)

N-butyryl-L-Homoserine lactone, a lactone, showcases remarkable features due to its cyclic ester configuration, which promotes unique hydrogen bonding interactions. This compound participates in dynamic equilibrium between its open and closed forms, influencing its reactivity in nucleophilic acyl substitution reactions. Its specific stereochemistry allows for selective interactions with biological receptors, while its hydrophobic tail enhances membrane permeability, making it a fascinating subject for studies on molecular signaling and interaction dynamics.