Description

Protochlorophyll is a vital chlorophyll precursor, a light-sensitive pigment-protein complex essential for plant photomorphogenesis and chlorophyll biosynthesis. Its primary commercial value lies in its role as a critical biochemical reagent for studying photosynthesis, plant development, and the greening process in etiolated tissues. This high-purity compound is indispensable for researchers and manufacturers in the plant biology, agricultural biotechnology, and biochemical research sectors, where it is used to investigate and manipulate photosynthetic efficiency.

Application

• Biochemical Research: A key substrate for studying the enzymatic conversion of protochlorophyllide to chlorophyllide in the chlorophyll biosynthesis pathway.
• Photosynthesis Studies: Used as a standard or reagent in experiments investigating the early stages of photosynthesis, photoconversion, and light-harvesting complex assembly.
• Plant Physiology & Development: Essential for research on photomorphogenesis, chloroplast development, and the de-etiolation (greening) process in seedlings.
• Agricultural Biotechnology: Employed in screening and development of compounds or genetic traits that influence chlorophyll production and photosynthetic performance in crops.
• Educational & Reference Standard: Serves as a high-purity reference material in university laboratories and for calibrating analytical instruments in related fields.

Basic Information

Product Name	Protochlorophyll
CAS No.	14751-08-7
Molecular Formula	C35H34N4O5Mg
Molecular Weight	614.97 g/mol
Synonyms	Protochlorophyllide a; Magnesium 3-vinyl-8-ethyl-13-formyl-17,18-dihydroporphyrin-7-propionate; PChlide; Protochlorophyllide ester; Chlorophyll a precursor; Divinyl protochlorophyllide a; 3-Vinyl-8-ethyl-13-formyl-17,18-dihydroporphyrin-7-propionic acid magnesium complex
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Quality Control

Our Protochlorophyll is produced and handled under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for sensitive research applications. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment and spectroscopic identification. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and relevant physicochemical parameters is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. For long-term stability, store at -20°C or below under an inert atmosphere (e.g., argon or nitrogen) to prevent oxidation. The container should be kept in a dry, cool, and well-ventilated area. Allow the product to equilibrate to room temperature in the sealed container before opening to minimize moisture condensation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark green to blackish powder or solid
Identification (UV-Vis)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95% (Area %)
Solubility	Soluble in specific organic solvents (e.g., acetone, ether)
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %

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