Description

Uroporphyrin Iii Octamethyl Ester is a key chemical derivative of uroporphyrinogen III, a pivotal intermediate in the biosynthesis of heme and chlorophyll. This high-purity esterified form is essential for precise analytical and research applications where stability and defined structure are critical. It is primarily utilized by researchers and quality control laboratories in the pharmaceutical, biochemical, and diagnostic sectors for use as a reference standard and in metabolic studies.

Application

• Primary use as a high-purity reference standard for analytical method development and validation in pharmaceutical QC.
• Critical reagent in biochemical research for studying porphyrin metabolism, heme biosynthesis pathways, and related disorders.
• Key intermediate in the synthesis of more complex porphyrin derivatives and tetrapyrrole-based compounds.
• Used in the development and calibration of diagnostic assays for porphyrias and other metabolic conditions.
• Valuable tool in photodynamic therapy (PDT) research for investigating photosensitizer properties.
• Employed in educational and academic settings for advanced organic chemistry and biochemistry instruction.

Basic Information

Product Name	Uroporphyrin Iii Octamethyl Ester
CAS No.	15435-60-6
Molecular Formula	C₄₈H₅₈N₄O₁₆
Molecular Weight	947.00 g/mol
Synonyms	Uroporphyrin III octamethyl ester; Uroporphyrinogen III octamethyl ester; Octamethyl uroporphyrin III; 3,8,13,18-Tetrakis(2-carboxyethyl)-2,7,12,17-tetramethylporphyrin octamethyl ester; URO III OME; Uro'gen III octamethyl ester; Porphyrin U III octamethyl ester
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Quality Control

Our Uroporphyrin Iii Octamethyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity, suitable for sensitive research applications. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to rigorous in-house specifications aligned with research-grade material standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is light-sensitive and should be handled under subdued lighting to prevent degradation. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere at a lower temperature (e.g., -20°C).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark red to purple crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 5.0%
Solubility	Soluble in chloroform, DCM, DMSO; sparingly soluble in methanol

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