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6-mercaptopurine

CAS 50-44-2C5H4N4SMW 152.18

6-mercaptopurine (CAS 50-44-2) — formula C5H4N4S, molecular weight 152.18; category chemical intermediates.

Product Description

6-mercaptopurine (CAS 50-44-2) is a chemical raw material in the chemical intermediates category. Its molecular formula C5H4N4S comprises 5 C, 4 H, 4 N, 1 S atoms. Its molecular weight is about 152.18. Reported physicochemical data: melting point around 313, LogP about 0.01. As a sourcing and distribution partner we help locate and compare this item across domestic and cross-border channels, arranging samples and batch orders with full COA and compliance files.

Product Overview

CAS Number50-44-2
Molecular FormulaC5H4N4S
Molecular Weight152.18
Melting Point313
LogP0.01
ApplicationsMEDICATION, MEDICATION (VET), Mercaptopurine tablets are indicated for maintenance therapy of acute lymphatic (lymphocytic, lymophoblastic) leukemia as part of a combination regimen. The response to this agent depends upon the particular subclassification of acute lymphatic leukemia and the age of the patient (pediatric or adult). Mercaptopurine is not effective prophylaxis or treatment of central nervous system leukemia. Mercaptopurine is not effective in acute myelogenous leukemia, chronic lymphatic leukemia, the lymphomas (including Hodgkins Disease)
CategoryChemical Intermediates

Applications

Documented applications: MEDICATION, MEDICATION (VET), Mercaptopurine tablets are indicated for maintenance therapy of acute lymphatic (lymphocytic, lymophoblastic) leukemia as part of a combination regimen. The response to this agent depends upon the particular subclassification of acute lymphatic leukemia and the age of the patient (pediatric or adult). Mercaptopurine is not effective prophylaxis or treatment of central nervous system leukemia. Mercaptopurine is not effective in acute myelogenous leukemia, chronic lymphatic leukemia, the lymphomas (including Hodgkins Disease).

Technical Profile

What this product is

6-mercaptopurine is a chemical intermediate compound with CAS registry number 50-44-2 and molecular formula C5H4N4S (molecular weight 152.18), belonging to the chemical intermediates segment of chemical raw materials.

Identification

CAS number: 50-44-2

Its molecular formula C5H4N4S comprises 5 C, 4 H, 4 N, 1 S atoms.

Also known as: 6-mercaptopurine · 巯基嘌呤 · mercaptopurine

Category: chemical intermediates

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 6-mercaptopurine?

The CAS registry number of 6-mercaptopurine is 50-44-2.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 6-mercaptopurine?

Molecular formula C5H4N4S, molecular weight 152.18.

What other names is 6-mercaptopurine known by?

It is also registered under: 6-mercaptopurine, 巯基嘌呤, mercaptopurine.

What are the documented applications of 6-mercaptopurine?

Recorded applications: MEDICATION, MEDICATION (VET), Mercaptopurine tablets are indicated for maintenance therapy of acute lymphatic (lymphocytic, lymophoblastic) leukemia as part of a combination regimen. The response to this agent depends upon the particular subclassification of acute lymphatic leukemia and the age of the patient (pediatric or adult). Mercaptopurine is not effective prophylaxis or treatment of central nervous system leukemia. Mercaptopurine is not effective in acute myelogenous leukemia, chronic lymphatic leukemia, the lymphomas (including Hodgkins Disease).

Which category does 6-mercaptopurine belong to?

Category: Chemical Intermediates.

Packaging & documentation

Packaging is agreed per order, from lab-scale packs to bulk, and confirmed with each order rather than fixed on the page. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) ships with every batch and MSDS is available; where the end use carries a regulatory limit (food contact, pharmaceutical or cosmetic), state the standard at enquiry and the grade is set against it.

PubChem Public Data

Independent reference data for 6-mercaptopurine (CAS 50-44-2), compiled from public chemistry databases.

Registry identifiers across databases

CAS Registry Number50-44-2
PubChem CID667490
Molecular formulaC5H4N4S
IUPAC name3,7-dihydropurine-6-thione
UNII (FDA)PKK6MUZ20G

Computed descriptors

Molecular Weight152.18
XLogP30
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count2
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count2
Rotatable Bond Count0
Exact Mass152.01566732
Monoisotopic Mass152.01566732
Topological Polar Surface Area85.2
Heavy Atom Count10

Physicochemical values on record

Melting Point313
Melting Point308 °C (decomposes)
Melting Point313 °C
Solubility68500
SolubilityIn water, 6848 mg/L at 30 °C
Solubility7.35e-01 g/L
LogP0.01
LogP-0.4

Documented uses on record

    MEDICATION (VET): Rarely used in veterinary medicine. Veterinary uses of mercaptopurine have included adjunctive therapy of lymphosarcoma, acute leukemias, and severe rheumatoid arthritis. It may have potential benefit in treating other autoimmune conditions (eg, unresponsive ulcerative colitis) as well.Antimetabolites; Antimetabolites, Antineoplastic; Immunosuppressive Agents; Nucleic Acid Synthesis Inhibitors

    Synonyms and trade names

    6-Mercaptopurine; mercaptopurine; 50-44-2; Mercapurin; 6-Thiopurine; 6-Thioxopurine; 9H-Purine-6-thiol; 6-Mercaptopurin; Puri-Nethol; 6-Thiohypoxanthine; 1,9-dihydro-6H-purine-6-thione; Mercaptopurin; 3,7-dihydropurine-6-thione; Hypoxanthine, thio-; 1,7-Dihydro-6H-purine-6-thione; Mercaptopurina

    GHS hazard classification

    Reported hazard statementsH301 (87.5%), H302 (10.4%), H361 (12.5%), H340, H360, H370, H372, H315

    H301 (87.5%): Toxic if swallowed [Danger Acute toxicity, oral]

    H302 (10.4%): Harmful if swallowed [Warning Acute toxicity, oral]

    What the public record says

    mercaptopurine · CAS 50-44-2 · C5H4N4S. UNII PKK6MUZ20G. Melting Point: 313; Melting Point: 308 °C (decomposes); Melting Point: 313 °C.

    Source: PubChem / Wikidata; the batch COA governs where values differ.

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