4′-Carboxybenzo-18-crown 6-Ether (CAS 60835-75-8)
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4′-Carboxybenzo-18-crown-6-Ether is a chemical compound that functions as a macrocyclic polyether. It acts as a complexing agent for metal ions, particularly alkali and alkaline earth metal ions. The compound forms stable complexes with these metal ions through a process known as ionophoresis, where it selectively binds to specific metal ions and transports them across lipid membranes. This process is facilitated by the crown ether′s cavity, which is designed to accommodate the size and charge of the metal ion. Through this mechanism, 4′-Carboxybenzo-18-crown-6-Ether can be utilized in experimental applications to selectively extract and transport specific metal ions for analytical and separation purposes. Its ability to form stable complexes with metal ions may be a useful for studying the behavior and properties of these ions in various chemical and biological systems.
4′-Carboxybenzo-18-crown 6-Ether (CAS 60835-75-8) References
- High-throughput and selective solid-phase extraction of urinary catecholamines by crown ether-modified resin composite fiber. | Chen, L., et al. 2018. J Chromatogr A. 1561: 48-55. PMID: 29801939
- Current Sample Preparation Methodologies for Determination of Catecholamines and Their Metabolites. | Shi, N., et al. 2022. Molecules. 27: PMID: 35566052
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| Product Name | Catalog # | UNIT | Price | Qty | FAVORITES | |
4′-Carboxybenzo-18-crown 6-Ether, 100 mg | sc-290601 | 100 mg | $200.00 |