Protoporphyrin IX, ≥95%

Name: Protoporphyrin IX, ≥95%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-012643

About Protoporphyrin IX, ≥95%

Protoporphyrin IX (CAS 553-12-8) is a five-membered N-heterocycle offered by Vaqora Chemicals with a typical assay of ≥95%. Formula C34H34N4O4, molecular weight 562.7 g/mol. The IUPAC name is 3-[18-(2-carboxyethyl)-8,13-bis(ethenyl)-3,7,12,17-tetramethyl-22,23-dihydroporphyrin-2-yl]propanoic acid. It is also known as Ooporphyrin or Kammerer's porphyrin.

The material typically appears as a red to brown to black powder. Keep the material at 2–8 °C and protect it from moisture. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Warning”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

Typical applications include cell and microbial culture, fluorescent labelling and diagnostic assays. Buyers come mainly from pharmaceutical manufacturing, academic and industrial research and diagnostics and biotechnology.

Standard pack sizes are 1 g and 5 g, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

Cell & microbial culture
Fluorescent labelling
Diagnostic assays

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Protoporphyrin IX, ≥95%
Catalogue No.	VQ-012643
CAS Number	553-12-8
IUPAC name	3-[18-(2-carboxyethyl)-8,13-bis(ethenyl)-3,7,12,17-tetramethyl-22,23-dihydroporphyrin-2-yl]propanoic acid
Molecular formula	C₃₄H₃₄N₄O₄
Molecular weight	562.7 g/mol
Exact mass	562.258
Purity / assay	≥95%
HSN code	32129090
InChIKey	ZCFFYALKHPIRKJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC1=C(C2=CC3=NC(=CC4=NC(=CC5=C(C(=C(N5)C=C1N2)C=C)C)C(=C4CCC(=O)O)C)C(=C3C)CCC(=O)O)C=C
PubChem CID	4971

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	Red to brown to black powder
LogP (XLogP3)	4.6
H-bond donors / acceptors	4 / 6
TPSA	132 Å²
Storage	2–8 °C
Synonyms	Ooporphyrin, Kammerer's porphyrin, 3,7,12,17-Tetramethyl-8,13-divinyl-2,18-porphinedipropionic acid, protoporphyrin, Protoporpyrin IX, Protoporphyrin IX disodium, Porphyrinogen IX, Kammerer's prophyrin, H2ppIX, 21H,23H-Porphine-2,18-dipropanoic acid, 7,12-diethenyl-3,8,13,17-tetramethyl-, 3,3'-(3,7,12,17-Tetramethyl-8,13-divinylporphine-2,18-diyl)di(propionic acid), Nickel(II) protoporphyrin IX

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P305 + P351 + P338

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Protoporphyrin IX, ≥95%?

The CAS Registry Number of Protoporphyrin IX, ≥95% is 553-12-8. It is also known as Ooporphyrin, Kammerer's porphyrin, 3,7,12,17-Tetramethyl-8,13-divinyl-2,18-porphinedipropionic acid.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Protoporphyrin IX, ≥95%?

Protoporphyrin IX, ≥95% has the molecular formula C34H34N4O4 and a molecular weight of 562.7 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 3-[18-(2-carboxyethyl)-8,13-bis(ethenyl)-3,7,12,17-tetramethyl-22,23-dihydroporphyrin-2-yl]propanoic acid.

Which grade and pack sizes of Protoporphyrin IX, ≥95% can I order?

We supply Protoporphyrin IX, ≥95% in (≥95%) grade, in 1 g, 5 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Protoporphyrin IX, ≥95%?

Yes. Every lot of Protoporphyrin IX, ≥95% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Protoporphyrin IX, ≥95% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Protoporphyrin IX, ≥95% is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.

How should Protoporphyrin IX, ≥95% be stored?

2–8 °C. Keep the container tightly closed and refer to the SDS for full handling guidance.