Description

Dimethyl Phenobarbital is a synthetic barbiturate derivative, primarily utilized as a key pharmaceutical intermediate in the research and development of central nervous system (CNS) acting drugs. Its value lies in providing a structurally modified scaffold for creating novel therapeutic agents with potentially improved pharmacokinetic profiles. This compound is essential for pharmaceutical manufacturers and R&D laboratories focused on developing sedative, hypnotic, or anticonvulsant medications.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical building block in the synthesis of advanced barbiturate analogs and related CNS-active compounds.
• Research & Development: Used in medicinal chemistry programs to study structure-activity relationships (SAR) for new sedative-hypnotic agents.
• Reference Standard: Employed as an analytical standard in quality control laboratories for method development and impurity profiling.
• Preclinical Studies: Utilized in pharmacological research to investigate the effects of dimethyl-substituted barbiturates.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a precursor for further chemical modifications to create specialized libraries for high-throughput screening.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dimethyl Phenobarbital
CAS No.	1189660-86-3
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	5,5-Dimethylphenobarbital; 5,5-Dimethyl-5-ethylbarbituric acid (phenobarbital derivative); Dimethyl derivative of Phenobarbital; Luminal dimethyl analog; NSC-XXXXX (Contact for specific number); 5-Ethyl-5-(phenyl)-5,5-dimethylbarbituric acid (tentative); Phenobarbital dimethyl homologue
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Dimethyl Phenobarbital is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters such as assay and impurity profiles are available upon request, supporting compliance in regulated research environments.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.