Molekula
Adenine
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ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 certified · Supplying laboratories and industry since 2000 · Listed pack sizes are a starting point — we manufacture, source and repack to the quantity you need
Adenine is a purine nucleobase essential for DNA and RNA synthesis, widely used in molecular biology and biochemistry research. Beyond the laboratory, it is also used as an ingredient in nutritional supplement formulations. It is available in high purity for laboratory applications. CAS: 73-24-5, Molecular Formula: C5H5N5, Molecular Weight: 135.13 g/mol, Storage: Ambient, Signal Word: Danger. Molekula supplies Adenine from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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100 g — £53.70 per pack ex VAT · £64.44 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to Off-white crystalline powder |
| Heavy metals | ≤ 0.001% |
| Loss on Drying | ≤ 1.0% |
| Assay | 98 - 102% (dried basis) |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤ 0.1% |
| Total Impurities | ≤ 2.0% |
| Identification (IR) | Conforms to structure |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Transport Class | 6.1 |
| Packing Group | III |
| Acidity | Neutral |
For research use only. Not for human use.
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 360 °C |
| pKa | pKa = 4.15 (at 25 °C) |
Source: PubChem CID 190 (Human Metabolome Database (HMDB), DrugBank)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 19276160 |
| CAS Number | 73-24-5 |
| IUPAC Name | 7H-purin-6-amine |
| EC Number | 200-796-1 |
| Molecular Formula | C5H5N5 |
| Molecular Weight | 135.13 |
| Exact Mass | 135.0545 |
| SMILES | C1=NC2=NC=NC(=C2N1)N |
| InChIKey | GFFGJBXGBJISGV-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C5H5N5/c6-4-3-5(9-1-7-3)10-2-8-4/h1-2H,(H3,6,7,8,9,10) |
| PubChem CID | 190 |
| UN Number | UN2811 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29335995 |
| Tariff Code | 2933599590 |
Safety & GHS
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Toxic
GHS06
Hazard statements
- H301 Toxic if swallowed
- USH01 May form combustible dust concentrations in air
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe 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)
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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-Purin-6-amine
- 6-Amino-1H-purine
- 6-Amino-3H-purine
- 6-Amino-7H-purine
- 6-Amino-9H-purine
- 6-Aminopurine
- 7H-Purin-6-amine
- Adenin
- Adeninimine
- Leuco-4
Frequently asked questions
What is adenine used for?
Adenine is primarily used in the synthesis of nucleic acids, such as DNA and RNA, and is a key component in biochemical research and pharmaceutical development.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of adenine?
The chemical formula of adenine is C5H5N5, and its molecular weight is 135.13 g/mol.
How should adenine be stored?
Adenine should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and light.
What grade of adenine does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies adenine in high-purity research grade, suitable for laboratory and pharmaceutical applications.
Can Molekula supply adenine in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply adenine in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with an order of adenine?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS), compliant with regulatory standards.
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