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Tetrazole 5% solution in gamma-Butyrolactone/Dimethylsulfoxide mixture (80:20)

SKU 90018946 CAS 288-94-8 CH2N4 MW 70.05 Available on enquiry

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Tetrazole is a five-membered heterocyclic compound containing four nitrogen atoms, widely used as a mildly acidic activator in nucleotide chemistry. This 5% solution in a gamma-Butyrolactone/Dimethylsulfoxide (80:20) mixture is an activator for phosphoramidite coupling in oligonucleotide synthesis, supporting nucleic acid research and medicinal chemistry applications. CAS 288-94-8, molecular formula CH2N4, molecular weight 70.05 g/mol, stable at ambient conditions. Hazard classification includes a Signal Word of Danger. Molekula supplies Tetrazole 5% solution from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

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.

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Overview

SKU: 90018946
CAS Number: 288-94-8
IUPAC Name: 2H-tetrazole
EC Number: 206-023-4
Molecular Formula: CH2N4
Molecular Weight: 70.05
Exact Mass: 70.0279
SMILES: C1=NNN=N1
InChIKey: KJUGUADJHNHALS-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI: InChI=1S/CH2N4/c1-2-4-5-3-1/h1H,(H,2,3,4,5)
PubChem CID: 67519

Synonyms

1,2,3,4-tetrazole
1H-Tetraazole #
1H-tetrazol
1H-Tetrazole
1H-Tetrazole (~0.3M in Acetonitrile)
1tetrazole
2H-Tetrazole
2H-Tetrazole; 1H-TZ; 2,3,4-Triazapyrrole; NSC 36712; Tetraazacyclopentadiene
racemic tetrazole
Tetraazacyclopentadiene

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Frequently asked questions

What is tetrazole (5% solution in gamma-Butyrolactone/DMSO) commonly used for?

This solution is primarily used as a reagent in organic synthesis, particularly as an activator for phosphoramidite coupling in oligonucleotide synthesis.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of tetrazole?

The chemical formula is CH₂N₄, and the molecular weight is 70.05 g/mol (for the pure compound). The solution is 5% tetrazole in a gamma-Butyrolactone/DMSO (80:20) mixture.

How should this tetrazole solution be stored?

Store at ambient temperature in a tightly sealed container, away from moisture, heat, and incompatible materials. Follow standard chemical storage practices for hazardous reagents.

What grade or purity is available for this tetrazole solution?

Molekula supplies this tetrazole solution as a reagent-grade product, suitable for research and development in synthetic chemistry. Specific purity details are available upon request.

Can Molekula supply this tetrazole solution in bulk quantities?

Yes, we can provide this solution in bulk quantities—please contact us for pricing, lead times, and availability based on your specific requirements.

What documentation comes with an order of this tetrazole solution?

Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and a product specification sheet. Additional documentation, such as batch-specific records, is available upon request.

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