Molekula
2,6-Dichloropurine
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2,6-Dichloropurine is a halogenated purine derivative used primarily as a key intermediate in pharmaceutical synthesis, particularly for the production of antiviral and anticancer drugs. It serves as a building block in nucleoside analog manufacturing and is also employed in biochemical research for DNA/RNA modification studies. This chemical has a CAS number of 5451-40-1, with the molecular formula C5H2Cl2N4 and a molecular weight of 189.00 g/mol. It is typically stored at ambient conditions and carries a **Signal Word: Warning** for safety classification. Molekula supplies 2,6-Dichloropurine from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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1 g — $58.70 per pack
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Solid |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Transport Class | 6.1 |
| Packing Group | III |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 62262074 |
| CAS Number | 5451-40-1 |
| IUPAC Name | 2,6-dichloro-7H-purine |
| EC Number | 226-681-6 |
| Molecular Formula | C5H2Cl2N4 |
| Molecular Weight | 189.00 |
| Exact Mass | 187.9657 |
| SMILES | C1=NC2=C(N1)C(=NC(=N2)Cl)Cl |
| InChIKey | RMFWVOLULURGJI-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C5H2Cl2N4/c6-3-2-4(9-1-8-2)11-5(7)10-3/h1H,(H,8,9,10,11) |
| PubChem CID | 5324412 |
| UN Number | UN2811 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 29335995 |
| Tariff Code | 2933599590 |
Safety & GHS
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Toxic
GHS06
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H301 Toxic if swallowed
- H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Synonyms
- 1H-Purine, 2,6-dichloro-
- 2,6-bis(chloranyl)-7H-purine
- 2,6-Dichioropurine
- 2,6-Dichloro-1H-purine
- 2,6-dichloro-7H-purine
- 2,6-dichloro-9H-purine
- 9H-purine, 2,6-dichloro-
- Purine, 2,6-dichloro-
- Purine,6-dichloro-
Frequently asked questions
What is 2,6-Dichloropurine commonly used for?
2,6-Dichloropurine is primarily used as a chemical intermediate in pharmaceutical synthesis, particularly in the production of purine-based drugs and nucleoside analogs.
What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2,6-Dichloropurine?
The molecular formula is **C₅H₂Cl₂N₄**, and the molecular weight is **189.00 g/mol**.
How should 2,6-Dichloropurine be stored?
Store at **ambient temperature** in a cool, dry place, away from incompatible substances and moisture.
What purity grades are available for 2,6-Dichloropurine?
Molekula supplies **pharmaceutical-grade (USP/EP/BP compliant)** and **research-grade** purity options.
Can Molekula supply 2,6-Dichloropurine in bulk quantities?
Yes, we offer bulk packaging options for 2,6-Dichloropurine, with flexible quantities based on customer requirements.
What documentation is provided with an order of 2,6-Dichloropurine?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, **Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)**, and **batch-specific documentation** for traceability.
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