Description
5-[4′-Bromomethyl-(1,1′-biphenyl)-2-yl]-1-triphenylmethyltetrazole 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.
Chemical Properties
Off-White Solid
Uses
Used as Olmesartan medoxomil related intermediate, Olmesartan medoxomil is an angiotensin II receptor antagonist
[1].
Application
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.
Hazard
5-(4'-Bromomethyl-1,1'-biphenyl-2-yl)-1-triphenylmethyl-1H-tetrazole has an acute toxin and is irritating to skin and eyes.
References
[1] HAI Z. Determination of the related substances in N-triphenylmethyl-5-(4’-bromomethylbiphenyl-2-yl-) terazole by HPLC[J]. West China Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2015.
