Description
[5,10,15,20-Tetrakis(4-methoxyphenyl)porphyrinato]cobalt(II) is a versatile metalloporphyrin compound with significant potential in various applications. It is widely used in photodynamic therapy (PDT) for cancer treatment, where it can absorb light and produce reactive oxygen species to target and destroy cancer cells. Additionally, it plays a crucial role in the development of solar cells, enhancing the efficiency of light absorption and energy conversion in photovoltaic devices. The compound also serves as a catalyst in various chemical reactions, particularly in organic synthesis, improving reaction rates and selectivity compared to traditional catalysts. Furthermore, it is employed in the creation of sensors for detecting environmental pollutants, leveraging its ability to interact with specific molecules for accurate measurements. Its unique porphyrin structure makes it valuable in academic research for studying the properties of metal-organic frameworks and their potential applications in drug delivery and materials science.
Chemical Properties
PURPLE POWDER
Uses
Starting material in the synthesis of cobalt nitrosyl porphyrins for use in the study of the binding and activation of nitric oxide.
Uses
Tetrakis(4-methoxyphenyl)-21H,23H-porphine cobalt(II) is an organometallic complex used as an oxidation catalyst in a variety of synthetic reactions such as the selective oxidation of amines.
General Description
Arsenite Ionophore I (5,10,15,20-tetrakis(4-methoxyphenyl)porphyrinatocobalt (TMOPP-Co)) can be synthesized by boiling a mixture of 5,10,15,20-tetrakis (4-methoxyphenyl)porphyrin (TMOPP) and cobalt acetate in glacial acetic acid. It has tendency towards attracting molybdate ions.
reaction suitability
reagent type: catalyst
core: cobalt
