Molekula
1,10-Phenanthroline, (1.5% water)
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1,10-Phenanthroline is a nitrogen-containing heterocyclic compound primarily used as a chelating agent in analytical chemistry, metal ion detection, and as a ligand in coordination chemistry. It also serves in pharmaceutical research and as a corrosion inhibitor. This product contains 1.5% water by weight and has a CAS number of 66-71-7, with a molecular formula of C12H8N2 and a molecular weight of 180.21. It should be stored at ambient conditions and handled with caution, as it carries a signal word of Danger. Molekula supplies 1,10-Phenanthroline from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to cream or Light yellow powder or flakes |
| Melting Point | 113-121°C |
| Assay | ≥ 98.5% |
| Water (KF) | <1.5% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Transport Class | 6.1 |
| Packing Group | III |
| Acidity | Base |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90029473 |
| CAS Number | 66-71-7 |
| IUPAC Name | 1,10-phenanthroline |
| EC Number | 200-629-2 |
| Molecular Formula | C12H8N2 |
| Molecular Weight | 180.21 |
| Exact Mass | 180.0687 |
| SMILES | C1=CC2=C(C3=C(C=CC=N3)C=C2)N=C1 |
| InChIKey | DGEZNRSVGBDHLK-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C12H8N2/c1-3-9-5-6-10-4-2-8-14-12(10)11(9)13-7-1/h1-8H |
| PubChem CID | 1318 |
| UN Number | UN2811 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2933997900 |
| Tariff Code | 2933998090 |
Safety & GHS
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Toxic
GHS06
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Hazardous to the Environment
GHS09
Hazard statements
- H301 Toxic if swallowed
- H400 Very toxic to aquatic life
- H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P273 Avoid release to the environment
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- (OP)2Cu(I)
- 1,10-o-phenanthroline
- 2-phenanthroline
- 4,5-diazaphenanthrene
- beta-phenanthroline
- O-PHE
- o-phenanthroline
- orthophenanthroline
- phen
- Phenanthroline
Frequently asked questions
What is 1,10-phenanthroline commonly used for?
1,10-Phenanthroline is primarily used as a ligand in coordination chemistry, a chelating agent for metal ions (e.g., iron in redox titrations), and in analytical chemistry for complexation assays.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of 1,10-phenanthroline?
The chemical formula is **C₁₂H₈N₂**, and the molecular weight is **180.21 g/mol**.
How should 1,10-phenanthroline be stored?
Store at **ambient temperature** in a tightly sealed container, away from moisture and direct sunlight.
What purity grades are available for 1,10-phenanthroline?
Molekula supplies **1,10-phenanthroline with 1.5% water content** (technical grade). Higher purity grades may be available upon request.
Can Molekula supply 1,10-phenanthroline in bulk quantities?
Yes, bulk quantities are available—please contact our sales team for pricing and minimum order quantities.
What documentation is provided with an order of 1,10-phenanthroline?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, Safety Data Sheet (SDS), and a product specification sheet.
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