Description
4-Chloro-1,10-phenanthroline (CAS No. 1891-14-1) is a high-purity heterocyclic organic compound with the molecular formula C12H7ClN2. This chlorinated derivative of 1,10-phenanthroline is a versatile chelating agent and building block in coordination chemistry, widely used in catalysis, material science, and pharmaceutical research. Its rigid planar structure and nitrogen donor atoms make it an excellent ligand for transition metal ions, particularly in the synthesis of luminescent complexes and electrochemical sensors. Our product is rigorously tested to ensure ≥98% purity (HPLC), with trace metal analysis available upon request. Supplied as a crystalline powder in amber glass vials under inert atmosphere to ensure stability.
Key Features:
- High-purity chelating ligand for transition metals
- Effective building block for supramolecular architectures
- Stable under standard laboratory conditions
- Compatible with organic and aqueous reaction systems
- Available in research (5g, 25g) and bulk quantities
Properties
- CAS Number: 1891-14-1
- Complexity: 234
- IUPAC Name: 4-chloro-1,10-phenanthroline
- InChI: InChI=1S/C12H7ClN2/c13-10-5-7-15-12-9(10)4-3-8-2-1-6-14-11(8)12/h1-7H
- InChI Key: BAEVILLEIGDCDN-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- Exact Mass: 214.0297759
- Molecular Formula: C12H7ClN2
- Molecular Weight: 214.65
- SMILES: C1=CC2=C(C3=NC=CC(=C3C=C2)Cl)N=C1
- Topological: 25.8
- Monoisotopic Mass: 214.0297759
- Synonyms: 4-CHLORO-1,10-PHENANTHROLINE, 1891-14-1, DTXSID50600993, DTXCID70551751, 1,10-Phenanthroline, 4-chloro-, SCHEMBL912543, 4-Chloro-1,10-diazaphenanthrene, BAEVILLEIGDCDN-UHFFFAOYSA-N, BAA89114, SB66680, BS-53378, CS-0203319, EN300-6736730, Z1509519033
Application
4-Chloro-1,10-phenanthroline serves as a key intermediate in the synthesis of ruthenium(II) polypyridyl complexes for photovoltaic applications. Researchers utilize its metal-chelating properties to develop novel catalysts for asymmetric organic transformations. The compound finds particular utility in constructing DNA-intercalating agents for biochemical studies and as a precursor for luminescent materials in OLED development. Its modified phenanthroline structure allows for fine-tuning of electronic properties in coordination polymers.
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