N-Methyl mesoporphyrin IX, 1 mg

N-Methyl Mesoporphyrin Ix is a professionally supplied chemical reagent, identified as a porphyrin derivative. Its molecular formula is C30H30N4O4, and it has a molecular weight of 510.56 g/mol. This compound belongs to the class of macrocyclic compounds known as porphyrins, which are characterized by their planar, ring-like structure consisting of four pyrrole units linked by methene bridges. N-Methyl Mesoporphyrin Ix is offered in a pure form, with a specified purity of 99%. It comes in a pack size of 1 milligram, making it suitable for precise measurements in laboratory settings. This compound is commonly used as a catalyst in various reactions due to its ability to bind to metal ions, particularly iron, forming complexes that facilitate redox reactions. Additionally, N-Methyl Mesoporphyrin Ix exhibits strong absorption in the visible region of the electromagnetic spectrum, making it useful in photochemical applications.

• CAS Number: 142234-85-3