124750-51-2

5-[4′-Bromomethyl-(1,1′-biphenyl)-2-yl]-1-triphenylmethyltetrazole(124750-51-2) is an intermediate in the synthesis of Losartan and Valsartan. Utilized for various purposes, 5-[4′-Bromomethyl-(1,1′-biphenyl)-2-yl]-1-triphenylmethyltetrazole has found application as a fluorescent probe to identify DNA damage. It serves as a photosensitizer in photodynamic therapy and acts as a catalyst in polymer synthesis. Furthermore, this compound functions as a fluorescent label to detect proteins and as a fluorescent indicator to detect metal ions.

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An intermediate in the synthesis of Losartan and Valsartan

5-(4'-Bromomethyl-1,1'-biphenyl-2-yl)-1-triphenylmethyl-1H-tetrazole is an important pharmaceutical intermediate. It can be used in the preparation of olmesartan medoxomil key intermediates, Losartan potassium, Valsartan, Candesartan and molecular sieve catalysts.

5-(4'-Bromomethyl-1,1'-biphenyl-2-yl)-1-triphenylmethyl-1H-tetrazole has an acute toxin and is irritating to skin and eyes.

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