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meso-Tetra(4-pyridyl)porphine (CAS 16834-13-2)

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meso-Tetra(4-pyridyl)porphine is a pyridine substituted synthetic porphyrin
CAS Number:
16834-13-2
Molecular Weight:
618.69
Molecular Formula:
C40H26N8
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
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meso-Tetra(4-pyridyl)porphine is a pyridine substituted synthetic porphyrin. It has been found to interact with a variety of proteins and enzymes, such as cytochrome P450 enzymes, and can act as an inhibitor or activator of these proteins. Additionally, it interacts with DNA, RNA, and other cellular components, and can to affect the expression of certain genes. meso-Tetra(4-pyridyl)porphine also interacts with metal ions, such as copper, and can act as a chelator or as a fluorescent probe for the detection of these ions. These metalloporphyrin complexes exhibit unique optical, electronic, and catalytic properties. meso-Tetra(4-pyridyl)porphine has been used in a variety of laboratory experiments, including the study of enzyme inhibition, protein-protein interactions, and cell-signaling pathways.


meso-Tetra(4-pyridyl)porphine (CAS 16834-13-2) References

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Ordering Information

Product NameCatalog #UNITPriceQtyFAVORITES

meso-Tetra(4-pyridyl)porphine, 1 g

sc-263463
1 g
$88.00

meso-Tetra(4-pyridyl)porphine, 5 g

sc-263463A
5 g
$209.00