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Hemin (porcine), 97+%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
Hemin is used in cellular protection and control mechanism. It stimulates the synthesis of globulin. It is also used to study the bacterial strains and growth conditions, in the short-term colony assays and cell transfections. Further, it is used to treat the symptoms of various porphyrias. In addition, it is used in the preparation of agar medium for the bacteria culture.
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Hemin is used in cellular protection and control mechanism. It stimulates the synthesis of globulin. It is also used to study the bacterial strains and growth conditions, in the short-term colony assays and cell transfections. Further, it is used to treat the symptoms of various porphyrias. In addition, it is used in the preparation of agar medium for the bacteria culture.
Solubility
Soluble in dilute ammonia, trimethylamine, p-toluidine and dimethylaniline. Slightly soluble in alcohol. Insoluble in water
Notes
Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.
Specifications
Specifications
Melting Point | >300°C |
Quantity | 1 g |
Beilstein | 5229914 |
Merck Index | 14,4644 |
Solubility Information | Soluble in dilute ammonia,trimethylamine,p-toluidine and dimethylaniline. Slightly soluble in alcohol. Insoluble in water |
IUPAC Name | 3-[18-(2-carboxyethyl)-8,13-bis(ethenyl)-3,7,12,17-tetramethyl-23H-porphyrin-21-id-2-yl]propanoic acid;iron;hydrochloride |
Formula Weight | 651.95 |
Percent Purity | ≥98% |
Chemical Name or Material | Hemin (porcine) |
Safety and Handling
Hazard Category | H334 |
Precautionary Statement | P261-P285-P304+P341-P342+P311-P501c |
EINECSNumber | 240-140-1 |
RTECSNumber | LJ8080000 |
TSCA | Yes |
Recommended Storage | Keep cold |
RUO – Research Use Only
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