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1,3,5-Tris(4-aminophenyl)benzene (CAS 118727-34-7)

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CAS Number:
118727-34-7
Purity:
≥93%
Molecular Weight:
351.45
Molecular Formula:
C24H21N3
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
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1,3,5-Tris(4-aminophenyl)benzene (TAPB) has garnered attention for its potential applications in various domains of organic chemistry. This polyphenyl compound features three 4-aminophenyl units interconnected by a benzene ring. Researchers have explored 1,3,5-Tris(4-aminophenyl)benzene as both a synthetic intermediate for other polyphenyl compounds and a reagent for polymer material synthesis. Furthermore, its potential has been investigated in the fields of pharmaceuticals, biochemistry, and materials science. In the realm of organic chemistry, 1,3,5-Tris(4-aminophenyl)benzene serves as a valuable building block for synthesizing diverse polyphenyl compounds, including polyphenylene sulfides and polyphenylene oxides. Within pharmaceutical research, it has been scrutinized as a possible inhibitor of enzymes involved in cyclic AMP biosynthesis. In biochemistry, the compound has been examined as a fluorescent probe for detecting biological molecules. Lastly, in materials science, its role as a constituent of polymer materials contributes to enhancing their strength and stability. The mechanism of action of 1,3,5-Tris(4-aminophenyl)benzene varies based on the specific application. In organic chemistry, it acts as a synthetic intermediate, enabling the formation of new bonds between aldehyde and aniline molecules. As for pharmaceutical applications, it functions as an inhibitor of enzymes participating in cyclic AMP biosynthesis. In biochemistry, the compound operates as a fluorescent probe, binding to biological molecules and emitting light when excited. Finally, in materials science, it fortifies polymer materials, enhancing their structural integrity.


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1,3,5-Tris(4-aminophenyl)benzene, 5 g

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5 g
$643.00