Protoporphyrin IX dimethyl ester
Also known as: Protoporphyrin IX dimethyl ester (VAN), Dimethyl 8,13-divinyl-3,7,12,17-tetramethyl-21H,23H-porphine-2,18-dipropionate, Ooporphyrin dimethyl ester, Dimethylprotoporphyrin IX dimethyl ester, Protoporphyrin IX methyl ester, Protoporphyrin dimethyl ester, 7,12-Diethenyl-3,8,13,17-tetramethyl-21H,23H-porphine-2,18-dipropanoic acid dimethyl ester
Protoporphyrin IX dimethyl ester (CAS 5522-66-7) is a compound in the Esters category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C36H38N4O4 and a molecular weight of 590.711 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 225-228ºC, a boiling point of 1017.0±65.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 568.8±34.3 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 5522-66-7
- Jingsj CID
- J-7686-7
- Molecular Formula
- C36H38N4O4
- Molecular Weight
- 590.711 g/mol
- Category
- Esters
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 225-228ºC |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 1017.0±65.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 568.8±34.3 °C |
| Exact Mass | 590.289307 |
| PSA | 108.90000 |
| LogP | 8.21 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.3 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.630 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Protoporphyrin IX dimethyl ester?
The CAS number of Protoporphyrin IX dimethyl ester is 5522-66-7.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Protoporphyrin IX dimethyl ester?
Protoporphyrin IX dimethyl ester has molecular formula C36H38N4O4 and molecular weight 590.711 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Protoporphyrin IX dimethyl ester?
For Protoporphyrin IX dimethyl ester, Upstream Products: benzyl 4-(3-methoxy-3-oxopropyl)-3,5-dimethyl-1H-pyrrole-2-carboxylate; Downstream Products: Dimethyl succinate, Protoporphyrin IX, Mesoporphyrin IX dimethyl ester.
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