Protoporphyrin IX is an important precursor to biologically essential prosthetic groups such as heme, cytochrome c, and chlorophylls. As a result, a number of organisms are able to synthesize this tetrapyrrole from basic precursors such as glycine and succinyl CoA, or glutamate. Despite the wide range of organisms that synthesize protoporphyrin IX the process is largely conserved from bacteria to mammals with a few distinct exceptions in higher plants.[1][2][3]Appearance:Supplied as a dark reddish brown powder.Purity:≥95% (HPLC)Solubility:10mg/ml in DMF:MeOH (1:1)Elemental Analysis (Calculated):C = 68.6-76.6%; N = 9.4-10.6%UV Absorption: 408-409nm EmM in 3M HCl: 200-300Storage and Stability: Powder may be stored at 4°C. Stable for 6 months.
