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Guanine (2-Amino-6-hydroxypurine)
Guanine (2-Amino-6-hydroxypurine) is a purine nucleobase used in biochemical research and nucleic acid studies. It is available in high purity for laboratory and industrial applications. CAS: 73-40-5, Molecular Formula: C5H5N5O, Molecular Weight: 151.13 g/mol, Storage: Ambient, Signal Word: Warning. Molekula supplies Guanine (2-Amino-6-hydroxypurine) from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Overview
Guanine (2-Amino-6-hydroxypurine) is a purine nucleobase used in biochemical research and nucleic acid studies. It is available in high purity for laboratory and industrial applications. CAS: 73-40-5, Molecular Formula: C5H5N5O, Molecular Weight: 151.13 g/mol, Storage: Ambient, Signal Word: Warning. Molekula supplies Guanine (2-Amino-6-hydroxypurine) from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to off-white powder |
| Melting Point | ≥ 300°C |
| Purity (HPLC) | ≥ 97.0% |
| Loss on Drying | ≤ 5.0% |
| Identification (IR) | Conforms to Reference |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Shelf Life | 24 months |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 73-40-5 |
| Molecular Formula | C5H5N5O |
| Molecular Weight | 151.13 |
| SMILES | C1=NC2=C(N1)C(=O)NC(=N2)N |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29335995 |
| Tariff Code | 2933599590 |
Safety & GHS
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Explosive
GHS01
Hazard statements
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
Precautionary statements
- P264 Wash thoroughly after handling
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P333+313 IF skin irritation or a rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention
- P337+313 If eye irritation persists get medical advice/attention
For research and industrial use only
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Pricing & pack sizes
Synonyms
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Frequently asked questions
What is Guanine used for?
Guanine is primarily used in the synthesis of nucleic acids and as a building block in biochemical research. It also finds applications in fluorescent labeling and specialty coatings.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Guanine?
The chemical formula of Guanine is C5H5N5O, and its molecular weight is 151.13 g/mol.
How should Guanine be stored?
Guanine should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and light.
What grade of Guanine does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies Guanine in high-purity research grade, suitable for laboratory and analytical use.
Can Molekula supply Guanine in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply Guanine in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a Guanine order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS); additional documentation is available upon request.
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