Date published: 2025-9-18

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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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Coumestrol dimethyl ether

3172-99-4sc-214772
10 mg
$136.00
(0)

Coumestrol dimethyl ether is a distinctive lactone known for its unique structural features, including a methoxy group that enhances its solubility in organic solvents. This compound exhibits intriguing hydrogen bonding capabilities, which can influence its reactivity and stability in various chemical reactions. Its ability to participate in intramolecular interactions allows for diverse conformational arrangements, affecting its kinetic behavior and reactivity profiles in synthetic pathways.

D,L-Mevalonic Acid Lactone-d3

61219-76-9sc-218049
1 mg
$430.00
(0)

D,L-Mevalonic Acid Lactone-d3 is a distinctive lactone that plays a crucial role in metabolic pathways, particularly in the biosynthesis of terpenes and sterols. Its isotopic labeling with deuterium allows for precise tracking in kinetic studies, providing insights into reaction mechanisms. The compound's ring structure contributes to its reactivity, facilitating nucleophilic attacks and influencing the formation of intermediates. Additionally, its solubility in organic solvents enhances its versatility in synthetic applications.

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

53643-12-2sc-216939
sc-216939B
sc-216939A
sc-216939C
sc-216939D
5 mg
10 mg
25 mg
50 mg
1 g
$240.00
$340.00
$905.00
$2450.00
$34072.00
(0)

4-Methylumbelliferyl β-D-N,N'-diacetylchitobioside is a notable lactone characterized by its specific glycosidic linkage, which facilitates selective enzymatic hydrolysis. This compound exhibits unique fluorescence properties, enabling it to serve as a sensitive probe in biochemical assays. Its structural conformation allows for effective interactions with various substrates, influencing reaction rates and pathways. The compound's stability under varying pH conditions further enhances its utility in diverse chemical environments.

(3S)-cis-3,6-Dimethyl-1,4-dioxane-2,5-dione

4511-42-6sc-252075
25 g
$102.00
(0)

(3S)-cis-3,6-Dimethyl-1,4-dioxane-2,5-dione is a notable lactone characterized by its unique cyclic structure, which promotes specific intramolecular interactions that stabilize reactive intermediates. Its dioxane framework allows for selective electrophilic reactivity, making it a key player in various organic transformations. The compound exhibits distinct kinetic behavior, with its reaction rates influenced by steric hindrance from the methyl groups, enhancing its utility in synthetic chemistry.

Everolimus-d4

1338452-54-2sc-218453
1 mg
$439.00
2
(1)

Everolimus-d4, a lactone derivative, features a distinctive cyclic arrangement that facilitates unique hydrogen bonding interactions, enhancing its stability in various chemical environments. Its structural conformation allows for selective coordination with metal catalysts, influencing reaction pathways and kinetics. The presence of deuterium isotopes contributes to its distinct spectroscopic properties, enabling precise tracking in mechanistic studies and providing insights into reaction dynamics.

3,4,6-Trimethoxy-1(3H)-isobenzofuranone

189454-29-3sc-226258
5 g
$87.00
(0)

3,4,6-Trimethoxy-1(3H)-isobenzofuranone exhibits a unique bicyclic structure that promotes intriguing electronic interactions, particularly through its methoxy substituents. These groups enhance the compound's reactivity by stabilizing transition states during cyclization reactions. The lactone's conformational flexibility allows for diverse intermolecular interactions, influencing solubility and reactivity in various solvents. Its distinct spectral characteristics facilitate detailed analysis in mechanistic investigations.

11-Dehydro-TXB2

67910-12-7sc-201453
250 µg
$902.00
(0)

11-Dehydro-TXB2 features a unique cyclic structure that facilitates specific molecular interactions, particularly through its lactone functionality. This compound exhibits notable reactivity due to the presence of electron-withdrawing groups, which can influence reaction kinetics and pathways. Its ability to form hydrogen bonds enhances its solubility in polar solvents, while its distinct spectral properties allow for effective characterization in analytical studies, revealing insights into its behavior in various chemical environments.

DAF-2

205391-01-1sc-205910
1 mg
$379.00
2
(0)

DAF-2 is characterized by its intriguing lactone ring, which contributes to its unique reactivity and stability. The compound's structure allows for selective interactions with nucleophiles, leading to distinct reaction pathways. Its conformational flexibility can influence molecular dynamics, affecting how it participates in chemical reactions. Additionally, DAF-2 exhibits specific spectral signatures that facilitate its identification and analysis in complex mixtures, providing valuable insights into its chemical behavior.

Concanamycin C

81552-34-3sc-203006
sc-203006A
100 µg
500 µg
$280.00
$785.00
4
(0)

Concanamycin C features a distinctive lactone structure that enhances its ability to engage in intramolecular hydrogen bonding, influencing its reactivity profile. This compound exhibits unique stereochemical properties, which can affect its interaction with various substrates. Its solubility characteristics allow for diverse phase behaviors, while its specific electronic configuration contributes to notable photophysical properties, making it an intriguing subject for studying molecular interactions and reaction mechanisms.

Pseudolaric acid B

82508-31-4sc-203221
sc-203221A
100 µg
1 mg
$29.00
$74.00
(0)

Pseudolaric acid B is characterized by its unique lactone framework, which facilitates specific molecular interactions through its rigid cyclic structure. This compound exhibits notable conformational flexibility, allowing it to adopt various spatial arrangements that influence its reactivity. Its hydrophobic regions enhance solubility in non-polar solvents, while the presence of functional groups enables selective reactivity in diverse chemical environments, making it a fascinating subject for exploring reaction kinetics and mechanistic pathways.