Description

1.10-Phenanthroline is a versatile heterocyclic organic compound widely recognized as a highly effective chelating agent and analytical reagent. Its primary commercial value lies in its ability to form stable, intensely colored complexes with various metal ions, particularly iron, making it indispensable for quantitative analysis and research. This product is essential for industries and laboratories focused on analytical chemistry, materials science, and pharmaceutical development, where precise metal ion detection and quantification are critical.

Application

• Analytical Chemistry: As a key chromogenic reagent for the spectrophotometric determination of ferrous (Fe²⁺) ions, forming the red-orange ferroin complex.
• Catalysis Research: Serving as a ligand in the synthesis of homogeneous catalysts for oxidation and polymerization reactions.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the synthesis of certain antiviral and anticancer agents due to its nitrogen-containing heterocyclic structure.
• Corrosion Inhibition: Applied as an additive in formulations to inhibit metal corrosion by chelating free metal ions in solution.
• Materials Science: Employed in the development of electro-optical materials and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Biochemical Research: Utilized as a probe to study metalloenzymes and to sequester trace metal ions in biochemical assays.

Basic Information

Product Name	1.10-Phenanthroline
CAS No.	1485-17-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₈N₂
Molecular Weight	180.21 g/mol
Synonyms	1,10-Phenanthroline; o-Phenanthroline; 4,5-Diazafluorene; Phen-1,10; Bathophenanthroline (base compound); NSC 66410; 1,10-Diazaphenanthrene; 1,10-Phenanthrolin
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Quality Control

Our 1.10-Phenanthroline is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for research and industrial applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles 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, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	117 - 120 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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