1,10-Phenanthroline monohydrate, ACS reagent, puriss. p.a., =99.5% (calc. to the dried substance), for redox titration

Synonyms: o-Phenanthroline monohydrate

Formula: C₁₂H₈N₂ · H₂O

Formula Weight: 198.22

CAS No.: 5144-89-8

Purity: ≥99.5% (calc. to the dried substance); 8.5-9.5% water basis

Application: When complexed with copper, it possesses nuclease activity that has been used to study DNA-protein interactions.

Biochem/physiol Actions: Metalloprotease inhibitor; chelates iron, zinc and other divalent metals. Effective concentration 1-10 mM.