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Cystamine dihydrochloride

SKU 21267602 CAS 56-17-7 C4H12N2S2·2HCl MW 225.20 Available on enquiry

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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.

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Overview

SKU: 21267602
CAS Number: 56-17-7
IUPAC Name: 2-(2-aminoethyldisulfanyl)ethanamine;dihydrochloride
EC Number: 200-260-7
Molecular Formula: C4H12N2S2·2HCl
Molecular Weight: 225.20
Exact Mass: 223.9975
SMILES: C(CSSCCN)N.Cl.Cl
InChIKey: YUFRRMZSSPQMOS-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI: InChI=1S/C4H12N2S2.2ClH/c5-1-3-7-8-4-2-6;;/h1-6H2;2*1H
PubChem CID: 5941

Synonyms

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

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Frequently asked questions

What is cystamine dihydrochloride used for?

Cystamine dihydrochloride is primarily used in biochemical research as a thiol-disulfide exchange reagent and transglutaminase inhibitor, and in the synthesis of thiol-containing compounds.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of cystamine dihydrochloride?

The formula is C4H12N2S2·2HCl and the molecular weight is 225.20 g/mol.

How should cystamine dihydrochloride be stored?

It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and light.

What grade is available for cystamine dihydrochloride?

Molekula supplies cystamine dihydrochloride in research grade.

Can Molekula supply cystamine dihydrochloride in bulk?

Yes, Molekula can supply cystamine dihydrochloride in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for details.

What documentation comes with my order of cystamine dihydrochloride?

Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and safety data sheet (SDS) with the shipment.

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Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 1999, and its facilities are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.