Description

1,10-Phenanthroline Hydrate is a heterocyclic organic compound widely used as a versatile chelating agent and analytical reagent. Its primary value lies in its ability to form stable, intensely colored complexes with various metal ions, particularly iron(II), making it indispensable for quantitative colorimetric analysis. This product is essential for researchers and quality control laboratories in the chemical, pharmaceutical, and environmental sectors requiring precise metal ion detection and quantification.

Application

• Spectrophotometric Reagent: Primarily used for the colorimetric determination of iron (Fe²⁺) in various matrices, including water, pharmaceuticals, and industrial samples.
• Analytical Chemistry: Serves as a chelating titrant and indicator in complexometric titrations for metals.
• Biochemical Research: Utilized in studies of metalloenzymes and as a probe for investigating metal-binding sites in biological systems.
• Catalysis: Acts as a ligand in the synthesis of homogeneous catalysts for oxidation and other organic transformations.
• Corrosion Inhibition: Employed in formulations to chelate metal ions that can accelerate corrosion processes.
• Photometric Standards: Used in the preparation of standard solutions for calibrating spectrophotometers and validating analytical methods.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,10-Phenanthroline Hydrate
CAS No.	5144-89-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₈N₂·xH₂O
Molecular Weight	198.22 (anhydrous basis)
Synonyms	1,10-Phenanthroline Monohydrate; o-Phenanthroline Hydrate; 4,5-Diazafluorene Hydrate; Bathophenanthroline (common name for sulfonated derivative); Phen; 1,10-Diazaphenanthrene Hydrate; NSC 9129; Ferroin (when complexed with Fe²⁺)
EINECS	225-886-1

Quality Control

Our 1,10-Phenanthroline Hydrate is manufactured under a rigorous quality management system. Each batch is tested to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for analytical and research applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and other critical parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at room temperature (15-25°C). The product is light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0% (on anhydrous basis)
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Solubility	Soluble in ethanol, methanol; slightly soluble in water

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.