Description

Hemin (Ferriprotoporphyrin IX Chloride), Min. 95 is a high-purity, crystalline iron-containing porphyrin complex, serving as a crucial biochemical standard and precursor. This compound is essential for research and production processes requiring a defined source of heme iron, offering consistent quality and reliable performance. It is primarily utilized by the pharmaceutical, life science research, and diagnostic reagent manufacturing industries for applications ranging from cell culture to enzyme studies.

Application

• Biochemical Research & Standard: Used as a primary standard in heme-related studies, enzyme kinetics (e.g., cytochrome P450), and metabolic pathway analysis.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Acts as a key starting material or catalyst in the synthesis of heme-based pharmaceuticals and porphyrin derivatives.
• Cell Culture & Hematology: Employed in in vitro cell culture systems, particularly for studying erythroid differentiation and as a supplement in specific media formulations.
• Diagnostic Reagents: Integral component in the manufacturing of reagents for clinical diagnostics, such as tests for blood disorders and certain enzymatic assays.
• Catalyst Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing biomimetic catalysts used in oxidation reactions and environmental remediation processes.
• Nutritional Supplements: Used in high-end research and development for iron-containing nutritional products.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Hemin (Ferriprotoporphyrin IX Chloride), Min. 95
CAS No.	15489-47-1
Molecular Formula	C34H32ClFeN4O4
Molecular Weight	651.94 g/mol
Synonyms	Ferriprotoporphyrin IX Chloride; Hematin Chloride; Protohemin; Chloro(protoporphyrinato)iron(III); Hemin C; Bovine Hemin; Haematin Hydrochloride; Iron Protoporphyrin IX Chloride
EINECS	239-515-8

Quality Control

Our Hemin is produced under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and related substance profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and physical characteristics is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark brown to black crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	Min. 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Chloride Content	Conforms
Iron Content	Conforms

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