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Heterocyclic compounds

Chlorophyll

Also known as Chlorofolin, Deodophyll, Chlorofyl

CAS 1406-65-1Formula C55H74MgN4O5+2Molar mass 895.53 g/molEC 215-800-7
GHS signal word: Warning. Pictograms: Flammable 15 suppliers listed
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Chlorophyll chemical structure, C55H74MgN4O5+2, CAS 1406-65-1
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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All properties
CAS number
1406-65-1
Formula
C55H74MgN4O5+2
Molar mass
895.53 g/mol
Physical form
Wax
HS code
293399
Category
Heterocyclic compounds
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What is Chlorophyll?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Chlorophyll is a porphyrin derivative conjugated with a magnesium ion that is found in plant chloroplasts, algae and cyanobacteria. Chlorophyll is essential to the process of photosynthesis. It absorbs light in the blue and red parts of the visible spectrum and transfers the absorbed photon energy to an electron, which is used to produce ATP.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
magnesium methyl (3R,22S)-16-ethenyl-11-ethyl-4-hydroxy-12,17,21,26-tetramethyl-22-[3-oxo-3-[(E,7R,11R)-3,7,11,15-tetramethylhexadec-2-enoxy]propyl]-23,25-diazonia-7,24-diazanidahexacyclo[18.2.1.15,8.110,13.115,18.02,6]hexacosa-1(23),2(6),4,8(26),9,11,13(25),14,16,18,20-undecaene-3-carboxylate
CAS number
1406-65-1 CAS number cross-checked
EC number
215-800-7
Molecular formula
C55H74MgN4O5+2
UNII
00WNZ48OR9
InChIKey
KPJIJGZVAWIZMG-VTBWHNKQSA-P
InChI
InChI=1S/C55H72N4O5.Mg/c1-13-39-35(8)42-28-44-37(10)41(24-25-48(60)64-27-26-34(7)23-17-22-33(6)21-16-20-32(5)19-15-18-31(3)4)52(58-44)50-51(55(62)63-12)54(61)49-38(11)45(59-53(49)50)30-47-40(14-2)36(9)43(57-47)29-46(39)56-42;/h13,26,28-33,41,51H,1,14-25,27H2,2-12H3,(H-2,56,57,58,59,61);/q-2;+2/p+2/b34-26+,42-28?;/t32-,33-,41+,51-;/m1./s1
Canonical SMILES
C=Cc1c(C)c2cc3[nH+]c(c4c5[n-]c(cc6[nH+]c(cc1[n-]2)C(C)=C6CC)c(C)c5=C(O)C4C(=O)OC)C(CCC(=O)OCC=C(C)CCCC(C)CCCC(C)CCCC(C)C)C=3C.[Mg+2]
Isomeric SMILES
CCC\1=C(C\2=[NH+]/C1=C\C3=C(C4=C([C@@H](C(=C4[N-]3)C5=[NH+]C(=C([C@@H]5CCC(=O)OC/C=C(\C)/CCC[C@H](C)CCC[C@H](C)CCCC(C)C)C)/C=C\6/C(=C(/C(=C2)/[N-]6)C=C)C)C(=O)OC)O)C)C.[Mg+2]

Synonyms

  • Chlorofolin
  • Deodophyll
  • Chlorofyl
  • L-Gruen No. 1
  • C.I. 1956
  • Pigments, biological, chlorophylls
  • 479-61-8 (Chlorophyll a), 519-62-0 (b)
  • CI Natural Green 3Magnesium ChlorophyllMagnesium Phaeophytin
  • Chlorophylls: 215-800-7, chlorophyll a: 207-536-6, Chlorophyll b: 208-272-4
  • Chlorophylls

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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Physical form
Waxexp.

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Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
895.53 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
894.5499 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
10.23calc.
Topological polar surface area
129.3 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
1calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
5calc.
Rotatable bonds
20calc.
Heavy atoms
65calc.
Rings
6calc.
Aromatic rings
3calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.53calc.
Formal charge
2calc.
Stereocentres
4calc.
Components
2calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Fails (2 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Murcko scaffold

The ring system that remains when every side chain is removed

Murcko scaffold of this chemical, C1=Cc2cc3cc4c([nH]3)c(c3nc(cc5ccc(cc1n2)[nH]5)=CC3)CC=4

C1=Cc2cc3cc4c([nH]3)c(c3nc(cc5ccc(cc1n2)[nH]5)=CC3)CC=4

6 rings, 26 atoms.

No other chemical in our database has this scaffold.

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

GHS signal word
Warning
GHS02: Flammable
Flammable

Hazard statements

  • H226Flammable liquid and vapour.
Precautionary statements (11)
  • P210Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
  • P233Keep container tightly closed.
  • P240Ground and bond container and receiving equipment.
  • P241Use explosion-proof electrical, ventilating and lighting equipment.
  • P242Use non-sparking tools.
  • P243Take action to prevent static discharges.
  • P280Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection.
  • P303 + P361 + P353If on skin (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower.
  • P370 + P378In case of fire: Use appropriate media to extinguish.
  • P403 + P235Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.
  • P501Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local regulations.

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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Uses and applications

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Use classes: Food additives.

Regulatory status

Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance

Health and food

  • Food additive

HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Chlorophyll is traded under.

HS 2933.99Indicative HS code

Heterocyclic compounds with nitrogen hetero-atom(s) only, other

World exports in 2024
$12.1B
−31.0% vs 2023, imports $28.8B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China30.5%
  2. India * partner reported16.3%
  3. Ireland9.0%
Top importers
  1. Slovenia31.7%
  2. Italy24.2%
  3. United States5.0%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

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The HS code shown for Chlorophyll is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Chlorophyll, based on the data on this page

What is Chlorophyll?

Chlorophyll is a porphyrin derivative conjugated with a magnesium ion that is found in plant chloroplasts, algae and cyanobacteria. Chlorophyll is essential to the process of photosynthesis.

What is the CAS number of Chlorophyll?

The CAS registry number of Chlorophyll is 1406-65-1.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Chlorophyll?

The molecular formula of Chlorophyll is C55H74MgN4O5+2 and its molar mass is 895.53 g/mol.

What is Chlorophyll used for?

Use classes: Food additives.

Is Chlorophyll hazardous?

Chlorophyll carries the GHS signal word "Warning". Main hazards: flammable liquid and vapour. This summary is not an SDS, always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Chlorophyll?

Chlorophyll is usually classified under HS code 293399 (Heterocyclic compounds with nitrogen hetero-atom(s) only, other). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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