Compound Q&A
What are the main uses of Zinc Protoporphyrin (CAS: 15442-64-5)?
Answer
Zinc Protoporphyrin (CAS: 15442-64-5) is primarily used in medical research and therapy. It serves as a model compound for studying porphyrins and their role in diseases such as porphyria. Additionally, it is used in the development of photodynamic therapies for certain medical conditions.
About
CAS No
15442-64-5
English Name
Zinc Protoporphyrin
Molecular Formula
C34H32N4O4Zn
Molecular Weight
626.04 g/mol
SMILES
CC1=C(C2=CC3=C(C(=C([N-]3)C=C4C(=C(C(=N4)C=C5C(=C(C(=N5)C=C1[N-]2)C)C=C)C)C=C)C)CCC(=O)O)CCC(=O)O.[Zn+2]
InChIKey
FUTVBRXUIKZACV-RGUWPKJZSA-L
Last Updated: 2025-09-30 08:42
