Description

Octaethylbiliverdin is a synthetic biliverdin derivative, a key tetrapyrrole compound of significant interest in biochemical research and advanced material science. Its unique structure makes it an invaluable chromophore and a versatile precursor for synthesizing more complex porphyrinoid systems. This high-purity compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, diagnostic, and photonic sectors, where precise molecular properties are critical. The product is supplied under the CAS registry number 35050-46-5.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Serves as a critical reference standard and precursor in the study of heme catabolism, bilirubin metabolism, and antioxidant pathways.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and diagnostic agents targeting liver function and oxidative stress.
• Photodynamic Therapy (PDT) Research: Investigated as a potential photosensitizer due to its light-absorbing properties within the tetrapyrrole structure.
• Advanced Material Development: Acts as a building block for creating organic semiconductors, light-harvesting arrays, and molecular sensors.
• Analytical Standards: Employed as a high-purity calibrant in HPLC and LC-MS methods for accurate quantification of bile pigments.
• Dye & Pigment Chemistry: Provides a foundation for developing stable, natural pigment analogs for specialized coatings and inks.

Basic Information

Product Name	Octaethylbiliverdin
CAS No.	35050-46-5
Molecular Formula	C₃₆H₄₆N₄O₄
Molecular Weight	598.78 g/mol
Synonyms	OEB; 3,7,12,17-Tetramethyl-1,19-dioxo-2,3,7,8,12,13,17,18-octaethylbilin; Octaethylbiliverdin XIIIα; Octaethylbiliverdin IXα; 2,3,7,8,12,13,17,18-Octaethylbiliverdin IXα; Octaethylbiliverdin IX alpha; Biliverdin XIIIα octaethyl ester
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Quality Control

Our Octaethylbiliverdin is manufactured under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as identity, purity, and impurity profile. We support research and industrial applications by providing material that meets stringent in-house specifications, with the capability to tailor purity grades upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Due to its light-sensitive and easily oxidized nature, prolonged exposure to air and light should be avoided to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark green to blue-green solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95% (Area %)
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0 %
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5 %

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