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CAS 56-17-7 — Cystamine dihydrochloride

Cystamine dihydrochloride is a disulfide compound used in biochemical research, particularly in protein chemistry and redox studies. As the oxidized disulfide form of cysteamine, it acts as an oxidant and thiol-disulfide exchange reagent, and is widely used as a transglutaminase inhibitor and as a disulfide-containing crosslinker. Available in powder form, it has a molecular weight of 225.20 g/mol, a CAS number of 56-17-7, and is stable at ambient temperatures. It is classified as a warning substance due to its potential irritant properties. Molekula supplies Cystamine dihydrochloride from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

Also known as: 2-Aminoethyl disulfide dihydrochloride · 2,2'-Dithio-bis-(ethylamine) dihydrochloride · 2,2'-Dithiodi(ethylammonium) dichloride · Bis(2-aminoethyl) disulfide dihydrochloride · Cystamin dihydrochloride · Cystamine HCl · Dihydrochloride, Cystamine · Ethanamine, 2,2'-dithiobis-, dihydrochloride · Hydrochloride, Cystamine · USAF CB-34 · Cystamine dihydrochloride 40% aqueous solution