Molekula
Histamine dihydrochloride
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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
Histamine dihydrochloride is a histamine salt used in biochemical research and pharmaceutical development, particularly in studies involving histamine receptors. It is a white to off-white crystalline powder with a molecular formula of C5H9N3 · 2HCl, a molecular weight of 184.07 g/mol, and a CAS number of 56-92-8. It must be stored at 2 to 8 °C and is classified as Danger. Molekula supplies Histamine dihydrochloride from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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25 g — £55.90 per pack ex VAT · £67.08 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Heavy metals | ≤10ppm |
| pH | 2.85 - 3.60 |
| Loss on Drying | ≤0.5% |
| Solubility | Clear |
| Assay | 98 - 101% |
| Sulphated Ash | ≤0.1% |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤10ppm |
| Histidine (TLC) | Not detected |
| Sulphates (SO4)(2-) | ≤0.1% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | 2 to 8 °C |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 19012772 |
| CAS Number | 56-92-8 |
| IUPAC Name | 2-(1H-imidazol-5-yl)ethanamine;dihydrochloride |
| EC Number | 200-298-4 |
| Molecular Formula | C5H9N3 · 2HCl |
| Molecular Weight | 184.07 |
| Exact Mass | 183.033 |
| SMILES | C1=C(NC=N1)CCN.Cl.Cl |
| InChIKey | PPZMYIBUHIPZOS-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C5H9N3.2ClH/c6-2-1-5-3-7-4-8-5;;/h3-4H,1-2,6H2,(H,7,8);2*1H |
| PubChem CID | 5818 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2933299000 |
| Tariff Code | 2933299090 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
Hazard statements
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H334 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
- H371 May cause damage to organs
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- 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
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- 1H-Imidazole-4-ethanamine, dihydrochloride
- 1H-Imidazole-5-ethanamine, hydrochloride (1:2)
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Frequently asked questions
What is histamine dihydrochloride used for?
Histamine dihydrochloride is primarily used in research applications, including studies on histamine receptors and allergic responses.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of histamine dihydrochloride?
The formula is C5H9N3 · 2HCl and the molecular weight is 184.07 g/mol.
How should histamine dihydrochloride be stored?
It should be stored at 2 to 8 °C, protected from light and moisture.
What grade is available for histamine dihydrochloride?
Molekula supplies histamine dihydrochloride in research grade.
Can Molekula supply histamine dihydrochloride in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply histamine dihydrochloride in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for details.
What documentation comes with an order of histamine dihydrochloride?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and safety documentation, including SDS.
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