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1,1,3,3-Tetraethoxypropane is a chemical compound that serves as an important synthetic intermediate in the production of malondialdehyde (MDA), a compound of significant interest in biochemical research primarily for its role as a marker of oxidative stress and lipid peroxidation. The breakdown of 1,1,3,3-tetraethoxypropane through hydrolysis yields malondialdehyde along with ethanol, a process that is catalyzed by acidic conditions. This reaction is particularly useful in analytical chemistry where it forms the basis of assays designed to quantify the extent of lipid peroxidation, an indicator of cell membrane damage and oxidative stress in biological samples. The controlled generation of malondialdehyde from 1,1,3,3-tetraethoxypropane enables researchers to calibrate their detection methods, ensuring accuracy and sensitivity in their measurements. This role is in studies investigating the mechanisms of oxidative stress and its implications in various biochemical and physiological processes.
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Product Name | Catalog # | UNIT | Price | Qty | FAVORITES | |
1,1,3,3-Tetraethoxypropane, 25 ml | sc-237649 | 25 ml | $40.00 | |||
1,1,3,3-Tetraethoxypropane, 100 ml | sc-237649A | 100 ml | $130.00 | |||
1,1,3,3-Tetraethoxypropane, 250 ml | sc-237649B | 250 ml | $290.00 | |||
1,1,3,3-Tetraethoxypropane, 1 L | sc-237649C | 1 L | $950.00 |