Molekula
Allopurinol
Allopurinol is a xanthine oxidase inhibitor used to treat gout and hyperuricemia. It reduces uric acid production in the body. Available as a white to off-white powder, it has a CAS number of 315-30-0, molecular formula C5H4N4O, and molecular weight of 136.11 g/mol. Store at 2 to 8 °C. Hazard classification includes Signal Word: Danger. Molekula supplies Allopurinol from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Overview
Allopurinol is a xanthine oxidase inhibitor used to treat gout and hyperuricemia. It reduces uric acid production in the body. Available as a white to off-white powder, it has a CAS number of 315-30-0, molecular formula C5H4N4O, and molecular weight of 136.11 g/mol. Store at 2 to 8 °C. Hazard classification includes Signal Word: Danger. Molekula supplies Allopurinol from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White Crystalline Powder |
| Assay/Purity | 98% - 102% |
| Grade | USP33 Grade |
| Impurity A | ≤0.2% |
| Impurity B | ≤0.2% |
| Impurity C | ≤0.2% |
| Impurity D | ≤0.2% |
| Loss on Drying | ≤ 0.5% |
| Impurity F | ≤0.2% |
| Limit of hydrazine | ≤10ppm |
| Impurity E | ≤0.2% |
| IR identification | IR |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | 2 to 8 °C |
| Transport Class | 6.1 |
| Packing Group | III |
| Shelf Life | 36 months |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 315-30-0 |
| Molecular Formula | C5H4N4O |
| Molecular Weight | 136.11 |
| SMILES | C1=NNC2=C1C(=O)NC=N2 |
| EC / UN Number | 2811 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2933.59.9500 |
| Tariff Code | 2933599590 |
Safety & GHS
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Explosive
GHS01
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Corrosive
GHS05
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Toxic
GHS06
Hazard statements
- H301 Toxic if swallowed
- H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
- H400 Very toxic to aquatic life
- H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
- USH01 May form combustible dust concentrations in air
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P273 Avoid release to the environment
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
- P303+361 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse with water/shower
- P501 Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
For research and industrial use only
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Pricing & pack sizes
Synonyms
No alternate names recorded for this product.
Frequently asked questions
What is allopurinol used for?
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones by reducing uric acid production.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of allopurinol?
The formula is C5H4N4O with a molecular weight of 136.11 g/mol.
How should allopurinol be stored?
Allopurinol should be stored at 2 to 8 °C and protected from light and moisture.
What grade of allopurinol does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies allopurinol in research grade, suitable for laboratory use.
Can Molekula supply allopurinol in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can supply allopurinol in bulk quantities—please contact us for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with an order of allopurinol?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) upon request.
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