Date published: 2025-9-17

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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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meso-Tetra(4-sulfonatophenyl) porphine tetrasodium salt dodecahydrate

39050-26-5sc-396923
sc-396923A
250 mg
1 g
$204.00
$306.00
(0)

meso-Tetra(4-sulfonatophenyl) porphine tetrasodium salt dodecahydrate features a highly charged sulfonate group that significantly enhances its solubility in aqueous environments. This porphyrin's unique structure facilitates strong electrostatic interactions, promoting self-assembly and aggregation phenomena. Its ability to coordinate with metal ions results in altered electronic properties, making it an intriguing candidate for exploring photophysical behaviors and electron transfer mechanisms in various chemical systems.

Pd(II) Mesoporphyrin IX

40680-45-3sc-396887
sc-396887A
25 mg
50 mg
$300.00
$460.00
(0)

Pd(II) Mesoporphyrin IX exhibits a unique planar structure that allows for effective π-π stacking interactions, enhancing its stability and reactivity. The palladium center introduces distinct electronic characteristics, influencing its coordination chemistry and enabling selective binding with various ligands. This porphyrin's ability to participate in redox reactions and its photochemical properties make it a fascinating subject for studying energy transfer processes and catalytic pathways in complex systems.

meso-Tetra (2-pyridyl) porphine

40904-90-3sc-396933
sc-396933A
1 g
5 g
$480.00
$1900.00
(0)

meso-Tetra(2-pyridyl)porphine features a distinctive arrangement of nitrogen-containing pyridyl groups that enhance its solubility and facilitate strong coordination with metal ions. This porphyrin exhibits unique electronic properties due to its conjugated system, allowing for efficient light absorption and energy transfer. Its ability to form stable complexes with transition metals opens pathways for exploring electron transfer mechanisms and enhancing catalytic activity in various chemical reactions.

Cr(III) Protoporphyrin IX Chloride

41628-83-5sc-396876
sc-396876A
50 mg
100 mg
$362.00
$576.00
(0)

Cr(III) Protoporphyrin IX Chloride exhibits a unique coordination environment due to the presence of chromium, which influences its electronic structure and redox properties. The porphyrin ring facilitates strong π-π stacking interactions, enhancing its stability in solution. This compound participates in distinct electron transfer pathways, making it a subject of interest for studying metalloporphyrin behavior and its role in various catalytic processes. Its distinct optical characteristics further contribute to its reactivity in photochemical applications.

meso-Tetra(3-methylphenyl) porphine

50849-45-1sc-396841
1 g
$150.00
(0)

meso-Tetra(3-methylphenyl) porphine features a highly conjugated porphyrin structure that promotes significant electronic delocalization, enhancing its light absorption properties. The presence of bulky 3-methylphenyl groups introduces steric hindrance, which affects molecular packing and aggregation behavior. This compound exhibits unique photophysical properties, including fluorescence and phosphorescence, making it a key focus in studies of energy transfer and photochemical reactivity. Its ability to form stable complexes with metal ions further highlights its versatility in coordination chemistry.

5-(N-Methyl-4-pyridyl)dipyrromethane iodide

52001-11-3sc-396900
500 mg
$525.00
(0)

5-(N-Methyl-4-pyridyl)dipyrromethane iodide is characterized by its unique dipyrromethane framework, which facilitates strong π-π stacking interactions and enhances its electronic properties. The presence of the N-methyl-4-pyridyl group introduces polar characteristics, influencing solubility and reactivity. This compound exhibits notable redox behavior, allowing for efficient electron transfer processes. Its ability to form robust supramolecular assemblies underscores its potential in advanced material applications.

5-(4-Pyridyl)dipyrromethane

52073-75-3sc-262302
sc-262302A
250 mg
1 g
$420.00
$425.00
(0)

5-(4-Pyridyl)dipyrromethane features a distinctive dipyrromethane structure that promotes intricate hydrogen bonding and coordination with metal ions, enhancing its stability and reactivity. The 4-pyridyl substituent contributes to its electron-deficient nature, facilitating unique charge transfer interactions. This compound exhibits remarkable photophysical properties, including strong absorption and fluorescence, making it suitable for applications in sensing and light-harvesting systems. Its versatile reactivity allows for diverse functionalization pathways.

Fe(III) meso-Tetra(4-carboxyphenyl)porphine chloride

55266-17-6sc-396895
sc-396895A
sc-396895B
100 mg
250 mg
1 g
$149.00
$242.00
$872.00
(0)

Fe(III) meso-Tetra(4-carboxyphenyl)porphine chloride exhibits a unique porphyrin framework that facilitates strong π-π stacking interactions and metal coordination, enhancing its electronic properties. The carboxyphenyl substituents introduce polar functional groups, promoting solubility in various solvents and enabling specific intermolecular interactions. This compound demonstrates notable electrochemical behavior, with distinct redox activity, making it a subject of interest in studies of electron transfer mechanisms and catalytic processes.

Deuteroporphyrin IX 2,4-disulfonic acid dimethyl ester disodium salt

58537-78-3sc-263086
sc-263086A
25 mg
100 mg
$108.00
$342.00
(0)

Deuteroporphyrin IX 2,4-disulfonic acid dimethyl ester disodium salt features a distinctive porphyrin structure that enhances its solubility and reactivity through the presence of sulfonic acid groups. These groups facilitate strong ionic interactions and hydrogen bonding, influencing its behavior in aqueous environments. The compound exhibits unique photophysical properties, including fluorescence characteristics that are sensitive to environmental changes, making it a valuable subject for studies in photochemistry and molecular sensing.

5-Monobromo-10,15,20-triphenylporphine

67066-09-5sc-396855
sc-396855A
50 mg
100 mg
$600.00
$1000.00
(0)

5-Monobromo-10,15,20-triphenylporphine is characterized by its unique bromine substitution, which alters its electronic properties and enhances its ability to participate in various coordination chemistry reactions. The presence of triphenyl groups contributes to its planar structure, promoting π-π stacking interactions. This compound exhibits notable light absorption characteristics, making it an interesting candidate for studies in photophysical behavior and electron transfer processes. Its distinct molecular architecture allows for diverse interactions with metal ions, influencing its reactivity and stability in different environments.