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Benzylphosphonic acid, abbreviated as BPA, is an organic compound that has garnered considerable attention for its potential applications across multiple scientific fields. This phosphonic acid derivative features a benzyl group attached to the phosphorus atom, rendering it versatile in organic synthesis, materials science, and biochemistry. In the realm of organic synthesis, Benzylphosphonic acid finds extensive use as a phosphonic acid derivative. It serves as a ligand in metal-catalyzed reactions, acts as a protective group for alcohols, and participates in the synthesis of phosphonopeptides. Benzylphosphonic acid exhibits inhibitory properties against enzymes that harbor a phosphate group in their active site. This effect stems from its capacity to form stable complexes with essential metal ions like zinc, thereby impeding the activity of these enzymes. Furthermore, Benzylphosphonic acid has displayed the ability to hinder cancer cell growth by inducing cell cycle arrest and promoting apoptosis.
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Product Name | Catalog # | UNIT | Price | Qty | FAVORITES | |
Benzylphosphonic Acid, 100 mg | sc-200588 | 100 mg | $30.00 | |||
Benzylphosphonic Acid, 500 mg | sc-200588A | 500 mg | $50.00 |