Hemin is an iron-containing porphyrin. More specifically, it is protoporphyrin IX containing a ferric iron ion (heme B) with a chloride ligand. Used in the management of porphyria attacks, particularly in acute intermittent porphyria. Sometimes distinguished from hematin which has a hydroxide ligand in place of the chloride, however, the terms are sometimes equated. Hematin is considered the X factor required for the growth of Haemophilus influenzae. Synonyms: Chloro(protoporphyrinato)iron(III), Chlorohemin, Chloroprotoporphyrin IX iron(III), Ferriprotoporphyrin IX chloride, Hemin(chloride) CAS No: 16009-13-5 Molecular Formula: C34H32ClFeN4O4 Molecular Weight: 651.94 Appearance: Deep, black-blue crystaline powder Purity: 97% (ferrous porphyrin) Melting Point: >300C Solubility: Aqueous Base (Slightly), Pyridine (Slightly) Storage and Stability: Store at 4C.
Molecular Weight:
651.94
CAS Number:
[16009-13-5]
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