Description

Bacteriochlorophyll is a specialized photosynthetic pigment found in certain anaerobic bacteria, distinct from the chlorophyll found in plants and algae. This compound is crucial for research into the fundamental mechanisms of photosynthesis and light-harvesting complexes. It serves as a vital biochemical reagent for scientists and manufacturers in the fields of photosynthesis research, bio-inspired solar energy systems, and advanced photodynamic therapy studies.

Application

• Biochemical and Biophysical Research: A key reagent for studying the structure and function of bacterial photosynthetic reaction centers and light-harvesting antenna complexes.
• Photodynamic Therapy (PDT) Research: Investigated as a potential photosensitizer due to its unique light absorption properties in the near-infrared region.
• Bio-inspired Energy Systems: Used in the development of artificial photosynthetic systems and organic solar cells that mimic natural light-harvesting processes.
• Analytical Standards and Reference Materials: Serves as a high-purity standard for chromatographic analysis and spectroscopic calibration in microbiology and biochemistry labs.
• Educational and Diagnostic Kits: Incorporated into specialized laboratory kits for teaching advanced concepts in microbiology and photobiology.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bacteriochlorophyll
CAS No.	17499-98-8
Molecular Formula	C55H74MgN4O6
Molecular Weight	911.58 g/mol
Synonyms	Bacteriochlorophyll a; BChl a; 3,7,11,15-Tetramethyl-2-hexadecenyl 9-ethenyl-14-ethyl-21-(methoxycarbonyl)-4,8,13,18-tetramethyl-20-oxo-3-phorbinepropanoate, Magnesium complex; Rhodobacteriochlorophyll; Photosynthetic bacterial pigment
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Quality Control

Our Bacteriochlorophyll is produced and handled under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research applications. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including spectroscopic purity assessment and chromatographic analysis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results is provided with every shipment to guarantee product integrity and support your research documentation.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., argon or nitrogen) at recommended temperatures of -20°C or below for long-term stability. This product is light-sensitive (store away from light) and easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere). Allow the sealed container to reach room temperature before opening to minimize moisture condensation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark green to black powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95% (Area %)
Absorption Spectrum	Characteristic peaks in near-infrared region (e.g., ~770 nm, ~800 nm in organic solvent)
Solubility	Soluble in acetone, methanol, chloroform, DMSO

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