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Hemin

Also known as heme, protoheme, Ferroheme

CAS 14875-96-8Formula C34H32FeN4O4Molar mass 616.50 g/mol
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Hemin chemical structure, C34H32FeN4O4, CAS 14875-96-8
2D chemical structure

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CAS number
14875-96-8
Formula
C34H32FeN4O4
Molar mass
616.50 g/mol
HS code
320419
Category
Solvent dyes and colorants for plastics

What is Hemin?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Hemin is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C34H32FeN4O4 and a molar mass of 616.50 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 14875-96-8. The IUPAC name is 3-[18-(2-carboxyethyl)-8,13-bis(ethenyl)-3,7,12,17-tetramethylporphyrin-21,24-diid-2-yl]propanoic acid, iron(2+).

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
3-[18-(2-carboxyethyl)-8,13-bis(ethenyl)-3,7,12,17-tetramethylporphyrin-21,24-diid-2-yl]propanoic acid, iron(2+)
CAS number
14875-96-8Other or deprecated CAS: 104244-10-2, 16009-13-5
Molecular formula
C34H32FeN4O4
UNII
42VZT0U6YR
InChIKey
KABFMIBPWCXCRK-UHFFFAOYSA-L
InChI
InChI=1S/C34H34N4O4.Fe/c1-7-21-17(3)25-13-26-19(5)23(9-11-33(39)40)31(37-26)16-32-24(10-12-34(41)42)20(6)28(38-32)15-30-22(8-2)18(4)27(36-30)14-29(21)35-25;/h7-8,13-16H,1-2,9-12H2,3-6H3,(H4,35,36,37,38,39,40,41,42);/q;+2/p-2
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CC1=C(C2=CC3=C(C(=C([N-]3)C=C4C(=C(C(=N4)C=C5C(=C(C(=N5)C=C1[N-]2)C)C=C)C)C=C)C)CCC(=O)O)CCC(=O)O.[Fe+2]

Synonyms

  • heme
  • protoheme
  • Ferroheme
  • Reduced hematin
  • Ferroprotoporphyrin IX
  • ferroprotoporphyrin
  • Iron protoporphyrin ix
  • Protohaem
  • Haem
  • protoheme IX
  • heme b
  • Ferrous protoheme
  • Iron protoporphyrin
  • Ferrous protoheme IX
  • Iron(II) protoporphyrin IX
  • Normosang
  • 3-[18-(2-carboxyethyl)-8,13-bis(ethenyl)-3,7,12,17-tetramethylporphyrin-21,24-diid-2-yl]propanoic acid, iron(2+)
  • Protoheme IX (VAN)
  • Ferroheme (VAN)
  • Heme (VAN)
  • Globifer
  • HUMAN HEMIN
  • HEME IRON
  • C.I. Solvent Yellow 162
  • Heme iron polypeptide(Hematin)
Show all 32 synonyms
  • Iron, (dihydrogen 3,7,12,17-tetramethyl-8,13-divinyl-2,18-porphinedipropionato(2-))-
  • [7,12-Diethenyl-3,8,13,17-tetramethyl-21H,23H-porphine-2,18-dipropanoato(4-)-N^21,N^22,N^23,N^24]-ferrate(2-)dihydrogen
  • 3-[18-(2-carboxyethyl)-3,8,13,17-tetramethyl-7,12-divinyl-porphyrin-21,23-diid-2-yl]propanoic acid
  • Ferrate(2-), (7,12-diethenyl-3,8,13,17-tetramethyl-21H,23H-porphine-2,18-dipropanoato(4-)-kappaN21,kappaN22,kappaN23,kappaN24)-, dihydrogen, (SP-4-2)-
  • Ferrate(2-), (7,12-diethenyl-3,8,13,17-tetramethyl-21H,23H-porphine-2,18-dipropanoato(4-)-kappaN21,kappaN22,kappaN23,kappaN24)-, hydrogen (1:2), (SP-4-2)-
  • Ferrate(2-), (7,12-diethenyl-3,8,13,17-tetramethyl-21H,23H-porphine-2,18-dipropanoato(4-)-N21,N22,N23,N24)-, dihydrogen, (SP-4-2)-
  • ferrous 3-[(1Z,4Z,9Z,15Z)-18-(2-carboxyethyl)-3,7,12,17-tetramethyl-8,13-divinyl-21,23-dihydroporphyrin-2-yl]propanoic acid

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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Computed descriptors

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Molecular weight
616.50 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
616.1773 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
6.46calc.
Topological polar surface area
128.6 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
2calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
4calc.
Rotatable bonds
8calc.
Heavy atoms
43calc.
Rings
5calc.
Aromatic rings
3calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.24calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
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=Cc2cc3ccc(cc4ccc(cc5nc(cc1n2)C=C5)[nH]4)[nH]3

C1=Cc2cc3ccc(cc4ccc(cc5nc(cc1n2)C=C5)[nH]4)[nH]3

5 rings, 24 atoms, the Porphyrin ring system.

211 other chemicals share this scaffold

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

No GHS hazard classification is recorded for this substance yet. That does not mean it is harmless.

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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Regulatory status

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United States

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    Status: Inactive in US commerce

HS code and trade data

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Global trade

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HS 3204.19Indicative HS code

Synthetic organic colouring matter and preparations based thereon as specified in note 3…

World exports in 2024
$1.08B
+0.2% vs 2023, imports $1.14B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. United States23.7%
  2. India * partner reported12.4%
  3. China9.0%
Top importers
  1. Germany7.5%
  2. France * partner reported6.4%
  3. Mexico5.4%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

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Frequently asked questions

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What is Hemin?

Hemin is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C34H32FeN4O4 and a molar mass of 616.50 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 14875-96-8. The IUPAC name is 3-[18-(2-carboxyethyl)-8,13-bis(ethenyl)-3,7,12,17-tetramethylporphyrin-21,24-diid-2-yl]propanoic acid, iron(2+).

What is the CAS number of Hemin?

The CAS registry number of Hemin is 14875-96-8. Other or deprecated CAS numbers: 104244-10-2, 16009-13-5.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Hemin?

The molecular formula of Hemin is C34H32FeN4O4 and its molar mass is 616.50 g/mol.

Is Hemin hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Hemin is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Hemin?

Hemin is usually classified under HS code 320419 (Synthetic organic colouring matter and preparations based thereon as specified in note 3…). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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