Bacteriochlorophyll a

细菌叶绿素

Also known as: Bacteriochlorophyll, BACTERIOCHLOROPHYLL, Bacteriochlorophyll from Rhodopseudomonas sphaeroides, Bacteriochlorophyll from Rhodopseudomonas sphaeroides (under argon), Magnesium, [3,7,11,15-tetramethyl-2-hexadecenyl 9-acetyl-14-ethyl-13,14-dihydro-21-(methoxycarbonyl)-4,8,13,18-tetramethyl-20-oxo-3-phorbinepropanoato(2-)-N23,N24,N25,N26]-, [SP-4-2-[3S-[3alpha(2E,7S*,11S*),4beta,13beta,14alpha,21beta]]]-

Bacteriochlorophyll a (CAS 17499-98-8) is a compound in the Organic Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C55H74MgN4O6 and a molecular weight of 911.50400 g/mol. It is also known as Bacteriochlorophyll, BACTERIOCHLOROPHYLL and Bacteriochlorophyll from Rhodopseudomonas sphaeroides. Key properties include a boiling point of 877.3ºC at 760mmHg and a flash point of 484.4ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
17499-98-8
Jingsj CID
J-1523754-7
Molecular Formula
C55H74MgN4O6
Chinese Name
细菌叶绿素
Molecular Weight
911.50400 g/mol
Category
Organic Compounds
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point877.3ºC at 760mmHg
Flash Point484.4ºC

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Bacteriochlorophyll a?

The CAS number of Bacteriochlorophyll a is 17499-98-8.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Bacteriochlorophyll a?

Bacteriochlorophyll a has molecular formula C55H74MgN4O6 and molecular weight 911.50400 g/mol.

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