Chlorin e6
Also known as: CHLORIN E6, CHLORIN E6 TRISODIUM SALT, Phytochlorin, Phytochlorin e6, Phytochlorine e, Chlorophyll Impurity 11, (17S,18S)-18-(2-Carboxyethyl)-20-(carboxymethyl)-7-ethyl-3,8,13,17-tetramethyl-12-vinyl-17,18-dihydro-2-porphyrincarboxylic acid, (17S,18S)-18-(2-Carboxyethyl)-20-(carboxymethyl)-7-ethyl-3,8,13,17-tetramethyl-12-vinyl-17,18-dihydroporphyrin-2-carboxylic acid, (17S,18S)-18-(2-carboxyethyl)-20-(carboxymethyl)-12-ethenyl-7-ethyl-3,8,13,17-tetramethyl-17,18-dihydroporphyrin-2-carboxylic acid, (2S-trans)-18-carboxy-20-(carboxymethyl)-13-ethyl-2,3-dihydro-3,7,12,17-tetramethyl-8-vinyl-21H,23H-porphine-2-propionic acid
Chlorin e6 (CAS 19660-77-6) is a compound in the Organic Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C34H36N4O6 and a molecular weight of 596.673 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 1048.3±65.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 587.8±34.3 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 19660-77-6
- Jingsj CID
- J-18321-1
- Molecular Formula
- C34H36N4O6
- Molecular Weight
- 596.673 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Compounds
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 1048.3±65.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
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| Density | 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 587.8±34.3 °C |
| Exact Mass | 596.263489 |
| PSA | 168.20000 |
| LogP | 6.73 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.3 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.643 |
| Storage Conditions | -20°C |
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Pinto JG, et al. Chlorin E6 phototoxicity in L. major and L. braziliensis promastigotes-In vitro study. Photodiagnosis Photodyn Ther. 2016 Sep;15:19-24. [2]. Akhlynina TV, et al. Nuclear targeting of chlorin e6 enhances its photosensitizing activity. J Biol Chem. 1997 Aug 15;272(33):20328-31. |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Chlorin e6?
The CAS number of Chlorin e6 is 19660-77-6.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Chlorin e6?
Chlorin e6 has molecular formula C34H36N4O6 and molecular weight 596.673 g/mol.
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