Porphobilinogen
Also known as: 5-(Aminomethyl)-4-(carboxymethyl)-1H-pyrrole-3-propanoic acid, 5-(Aminomethyl)-4-(carboxymethyl)pyrrole-3-propionic acid, 3-[5-(aminomethyl)-4-(carboxymethyl)-1H-pyrrol-3-yl]propanoic acid, PBG, MFCD00005224, EINECS 207-666-3
Porphobilinogen (CAS 487-90-1) is a compound in the Organic Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C10H14N2O4 and a molecular weight of 226.22900 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 174-177ºC, a boiling point of 478.6ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.421g/cm3 and a flash point of 243.2ºC. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 487-90-1
- Jingsj CID
- J-48076-2
- Molecular Formula
- C10H14N2O4
- Molecular Weight
- 226.22900 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Compounds
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 174-177ºC |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 478.6ºC at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.421g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 243.2ºC |
| Exact Mass | 226.09500 |
| PSA | 116.41000 |
| LogP | 0.81800 |
| Vapor Pressure | 5.74E-10mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.621 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Activity & Biological Data
| Target | Human Endogenous Metabolite |
|---|---|
| Additional Information | [1]. Winkelman JW, et al. Neurotoxicity of tetraphenylporphinesulfonate TPPS4 and its relation to photodynamic therapy. Photochem Photobiol. 1987 Nov;46(5):801-7. |
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2933990090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2933990090. heterocyclic compounds with nitrogen hetero-atom(s) only. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:20.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Porphobilinogen?
The CAS number of Porphobilinogen is 487-90-1.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Porphobilinogen?
Porphobilinogen has molecular formula C10H14N2O4 and molecular weight 226.22900 g/mol.
Is Porphobilinogen hazardous?
Porphobilinogen has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.
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