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Mepacrine hydrochloride
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Mepacrine hydrochloride, also known as quinacrine dihydrochloride, is an acridine derivative historically used as an antimalarial and antiprotozoal agent. In research it serves as a phospholipase A2 inhibitor and as a fluorescent stain for chromosome Q-banding. CAS 69-05-6; molecular formula C23H30ClN3O.2ClH. Molekula supplies Mepacrine hydrochloride from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability. Note: I left out the molecular weight. The supplied value of 400.0 is the weight of the free base (C23H30ClN3O). The dihydrochloride formula given here works out to about 472.9, so please check which form is listed before adding a weight.
This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.
Overview
- SKU
- 90038707
- CAS Number
- 69-05-6
- EC Number
- 200-700-8
- Molecular Formula
- C23H30ClN3O.2ClH
- Molecular Weight
- 400.0
- SMILES
- CCN(CC)CCCC(C)NC1=C2C=C(C=CC2=NC3=C1C=CC(=C3)Cl)OC
Frequently asked questions
What is Mepacrine hydrochloride used for?
Mepacrine hydrochloride (CAS 69-05-6) is an established antimalarial and antiprotozoal agent. In research it is used as a fluorescent stain for chromosome Q-banding and as a phospholipase A2 inhibitor.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight?
The molecular formula is C23H30ClN3O·2HCl, and the listed molecular weight is 400.0. Note that 400.0 matches the free base (C23H30ClN3O), while the dihydrochloride is about 472.9, so please check the Certificate of Analysis for your lot.
Is Mepacrine hydrochloride known by any other names?
Yes, it is also known as quinacrine dihydrochloride and is listed under CAS 69-05-6.
What grade of Mepacrine hydrochloride is available?
Please contact Molekula for the grades and purity specifications currently available for this product.
Can Molekula supply Mepacrine hydrochloride in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can quote for larger and bulk quantities on request. Contact our sales team with your required volume and timeline.
What documentation comes with the order?
Orders are supplied with a Certificate of Analysis and a Safety Data Sheet. Other documentation can be requested when you order.
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.