Molecular Weight: 614.76

Storage: F, D

[C=Cold D=Desiccated F=Frozen L=Light Sensitive RT=Room Temperature]

Absorption: (in nm) 420

Emission: (in nm) 651

Molecular Formula: C₄₄H₃₀N₄

CAS Number: [917-23-7]

Alternative Name: TPP, 5,10,15,20-Tetraphenylporphyrin

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Description:
Sensitizer used for the photochemical generation of singlet oxygen. Many metal complexes have been made.

References:

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