Description

2,9-Dimethyl-1,10-Phenanthroline Hemihydrate is a high-purity, heterocyclic organic compound belonging to the phenanthroline class, widely recognized as a versatile chelating agent and analytical reagent. Its primary commercial value lies in its exceptional ability to form stable, colored complexes with various metal ions, making it indispensable for precise quantitative and qualitative analysis. This product is essential for research laboratories, analytical service providers, and manufacturers in the chemical and pharmaceutical sectors requiring reliable metal ion detection and complexation.

Application

• Analytical Chemistry: Used as a spectrophotometric reagent for the determination of trace metal ions like iron (Fe²⁺/Fe³⁺), copper (Cu⁺), and others due to its intense colorimetric response.
• Catalysis Research: Serves as a key ligand in the synthesis of homogeneous catalysts for oxidation and other organic transformations.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Acts as a building block or a metal-chelating component in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and diagnostic agents.
• Material Science: Employed in the fabrication of electro-luminescent materials, sensors, and other functional materials where metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) or coordination polymers are required.
• Biochemical Research: Utilized in studies involving metalloenzymes and as a probe for investigating metal-binding sites in biological systems.
• Quality Control (QC) Labs: A standard reagent for verifying metal content and purity in raw materials, finished products, and environmental samples.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,9-Dimethyl-1,10-Phenanthroline Hemihydrate
CAS No.	34302-69-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₁₂N₂·½H₂O
Molecular Weight	215.26 g/mol (Anhydrous basis)
Synonyms	2,9-Dimethyl-1,10-phenanthroline; 2,9-Dimethyl-o-phenanthroline; Bathocuproine; 4,7-Dimethyl-1,10-phenanthroline; Neocuproine; Bathocuproinedisulfonic acid (related compound); BCS; Cuproine; Contact for details on additional trade names.
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Quality Control

Every batch of 2,9-Dimethyl-1,10-Phenanthroline Hemihydrate is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We ensure the product meets high-purity standards suitable for research and industrial applications. Comprehensive testing includes identity confirmation, purity assay, and control of specific impurities. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container sealed to protect the hemihydrate form from moisture uptake or loss. Isolate from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤20 ppm

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