Date published: 2025-9-30

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Porphyrins and related compounds

Santa Cruz Biotechnology now offers a broad range of porphyrins and related compounds for use in various applications. Porphyrins, characterized by their distinct macrocyclic structure composed of four pyrrole rings, are crucial in scientific research due to their unique chemical properties and their roles in biological systems. These compounds are fundamental in the study of heme proteins, such as hemoglobin and myoglobin, where they serve as prosthetic groups essential for oxygen transport and storage. In environmental science, porphyrins are utilized to investigate the photosynthetic processes in plants and algae, contributing to our understanding of energy conversion in natural systems. Researchers in materials science leverage porphyrins to develop advanced materials, such as organic semiconductors and catalysts, due to their ability to undergo redox reactions and their photochemical properties. In the field of analytical chemistry, porphyrins are employed as sensors and dyes, aiding in the detection of various analytes through fluorescence and absorbance measurements. Additionally, porphyrins play a significant role in studying metalloporphyrins, which are used as models for enzymes and catalysts in synthetic organic chemistry. Their versatility and broad applicability make porphyrins and related compounds indispensable tools for advancing research in multiple scientific disciplines. View detailed information on our available porphyrins and related compounds by clicking on the product name.

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Fe(III) Octaethylporphine chloride

28755-93-3sc-396894
sc-396894A
100 mg
250 mg
$97.00
$198.00
(0)

Fe(III) Octaethylporphine chloride exhibits remarkable electronic characteristics stemming from its iron center, which plays a crucial role in facilitating spin-state transitions. The porphyrin structure allows for extensive conjugation, leading to distinct optical properties, including strong absorption in the visible spectrum. Its chloride coordination enhances solubility in organic solvents, while the bulky ethyl substituents create a unique steric environment that influences ligand binding and reactivity, making it a fascinating subject for studies in coordination chemistry.

Zn(II) meso-Tetra (N-methyl-4-pyridyl) Porphine Tetrachloride

28850-44-4sc-396934
sc-396934A
100 mg
250 mg
$229.00
$454.00
(0)

Zn(II) meso-Tetra (N-methyl-4-pyridyl) Porphine Tetrachloride showcases intriguing photophysical properties due to its zinc center, which stabilizes the porphyrin framework and influences electronic transitions. The presence of N-methyl-4-pyridyl groups enhances solubility in polar solvents and introduces unique hydrogen bonding interactions. This compound exhibits distinct fluorescence characteristics, making it a subject of interest in studies of energy transfer and electron dynamics within porphyrin systems.

meso-Tetra (p-bromophenyl) porphine

29162-73-0sc-396937
sc-396937A
250 mg
1 g
$115.00
$245.00
(0)

meso-Tetra (p-bromophenyl) porphine exhibits remarkable electronic properties attributed to its p-bromophenyl substituents, which enhance the porphyrin's electron-withdrawing capabilities. This modification leads to altered redox behavior and facilitates unique charge transfer interactions. The compound's planar structure promotes strong π-π stacking, influencing aggregation behavior in solution. Its distinct optical absorption spectrum makes it a valuable candidate for exploring light-harvesting mechanisms and photochemical processes.

Zn(II) meso-Tetra(4-pyridyl) Porphine

31183-11-6sc-396858
1 g
$149.00
(0)

Zn(II) meso-Tetra(4-pyridyl) Porphine showcases intriguing coordination chemistry due to its pyridyl substituents, which enhance metal ion interactions and facilitate complex formation. The compound's rigid, planar architecture allows for effective π-π interactions, influencing its solubility and aggregation in various solvents. Its unique electronic structure results in distinct photophysical properties, making it a subject of interest for studying electron transfer dynamics and photonic applications.

meso-Tetra(o-dichlorophenyl) porphine

37083-37-7sc-263465
sc-263465A
25 mg
100 mg
$70.00
$224.00
(0)

meso-Tetra(o-dichlorophenyl) porphine exhibits remarkable electronic delocalization due to its o-dichlorophenyl substituents, which significantly influence its optical properties and reactivity. The presence of chlorine atoms enhances the compound's electron-withdrawing characteristics, affecting its redox behavior and stability in various environments. Its planar structure promotes strong intermolecular interactions, leading to unique aggregation patterns that can alter its photochemical behavior and reactivity in complex systems.

2,4-Dimethyl Deuteroporphyrin IX dimethyl ester

32464-39-4sc-260256
sc-260256A
10 mg
25 mg
$200.00
$450.00
(0)

2,4-Dimethyl Deuteroporphyrin IX dimethyl ester features a unique arrangement of methyl groups that enhance its solubility and alter its electronic properties. The presence of deuterium contributes to distinct isotopic effects, influencing reaction kinetics and stability. Its rigid, planar structure facilitates strong π-π stacking interactions, which can lead to unique aggregation phenomena. This compound's ability to engage in specific molecular interactions makes it a subject of interest in studying porphyrin behavior in various chemical environments.

Phthalocyanine tetrasulfonic acid

33308-41-7sc-396867
sc-396867A
250 mg
1 g
$179.00
$577.00
(0)

Phthalocyanine tetrasulfonic acid exhibits remarkable solubility in polar solvents due to its extensive sulfonate groups, which enhance ionic interactions. Its planar, conjugated structure allows for efficient electron delocalization, resulting in distinct optical properties, including strong absorption in the visible spectrum. The compound's ability to form stable complexes with metal ions and its high stability under various conditions make it a fascinating subject for exploring electron transfer mechanisms and supramolecular chemistry.

Mg(II) Protoporphyrin IX Dipotassium Salt

35979-27-2sc-396872
sc-396872A
50 mg
100 mg
$326.00
$578.00
(0)

Mg(II) Protoporphyrin IX Dipotassium Salt is characterized by its unique coordination chemistry, where the magnesium ion is centrally located within a cyclic porphyrin framework. This arrangement facilitates strong π-π stacking interactions and enhances its photophysical properties, leading to pronounced fluorescence. The compound's dipotassium salt form increases its solubility in aqueous environments, promoting dynamic equilibria in solution and enabling intricate studies of ligand binding and electron transfer processes.

5-[(1H-Pyrrol-2-yl)methyl]-1H-pyrrole-2-carboxaldehyde

36746-27-7sc-396926
sc-396926A
250 mg
500 mg
$296.00
$492.00
(0)

5-[(1H-Pyrrol-2-yl)methyl]-1H-pyrrole-2-carboxaldehyde exhibits intriguing electronic properties due to its conjugated pyrrole system, which allows for effective charge delocalization. This compound can engage in hydrogen bonding and π-π interactions, influencing its reactivity and stability. Its aldehyde functional group is reactive, facilitating nucleophilic addition reactions, while the pyrrole moieties contribute to its unique spectroscopic characteristics, making it a subject of interest in coordination chemistry.

meso-Tetra(2-methylphenyl) porphine

37083-40-2sc-396893
sc-396893A
100 mg
250 mg
$110.00
$160.00
(0)

meso-Tetra(2-methylphenyl) porphine is characterized by its extensive π-conjugated system, which enhances its light absorption and electronic transitions. The presence of bulky 2-methylphenyl groups influences its solubility and steric interactions, affecting aggregation behavior in solution. This porphyrin exhibits strong coordination capabilities with metal ions, leading to distinct electronic and optical properties. Its unique structure allows for selective interactions with various substrates, making it a fascinating subject for studying molecular recognition and catalysis.