Description

5-Nitro-1,10-Phenanthroline is a heterocyclic organic compound featuring a phenanthroline core substituted with a nitro group. This structure makes it a valuable chelating ligand and analytical reagent, particularly in coordination chemistry and photophysical studies. It is primarily used by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors for developing catalysts, sensors, and functional materials.

Application

• Coordination Chemistry & Catalysis: Serves as a key ligand for synthesizing transition metal complexes used in homogeneous catalysis and oxidation reactions.
• Analytical Chemistry: Employed as a chromogenic and fluorogenic reagent for the spectrophotometric and fluorometric determination of various metal ions.
• Material Science Research: Used in the development of electroluminescent devices, organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), and photoactive molecular assemblies.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Acts as a building block in the synthesis of more complex nitrogen-containing heterocycles with potential biological activity.
• Corrosion Inhibition Studies: Investigated as a component in formulations for metal surface treatment and protection.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Nitro-1,10-Phenanthroline
CAS No.	4199-88-6
Molecular Formula	C12H7N3O2
Molecular Weight	225.21 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Nitro-1,10-phenanthroline; 5-Nitrophenanthroline; 1,10-Phenanthroline, 5-nitro-; 5-Nitro-1,10-phenanthrolin; 5-Nitro-o-phenanthroline; Nitro-orthophenanthroline; 5-Nitrophenanthroline-1,10; 5-Nitro-1,10-phen
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Nitro-1,10-Phenanthroline is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistent performance. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles upon request, supporting your research and development needs with reliable data.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive nature and tendency to be easily oxidized, it is recommended to store the material under an inert atmosphere for long-term preservation. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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