Description

Hexamethylene Bisacetamide is a chemical compound with the CAS number 3073-59-4, recognized as a potent differentiating agent in cell biology and pharmaceutical research. Its primary value lies in its ability to induce terminal differentiation in various transformed cell lines, making it a critical tool for studying cellular maturation and proliferation control. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and life science sectors, particularly those focused on oncology research and the development of novel therapeutic agents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research & Development: As a key differentiating agent in preclinical studies for cancer therapeutics.
• Cell Biology Studies: Used to induce terminal differentiation in leukemic and other malignant cell lines to study mechanisms of cell cycle arrest.
• Biochemical Reagent: Serves as a high-purity reference standard and active component in assay development.
• Academic Research: Utilized in university and institutional labs for fundamental research on cellular differentiation and epigenetics.
• API Intermediate: Potential use as a synthetic intermediate or building block in the production of more complex active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Basic Information

Product Name	Hexamethylene Bisacetamide
CAS No.	3073-59-4
Molecular Formula	C10H20N2O2
Molecular Weight	200.28 g/mol
Synonyms	HMBA; N,N'-Hexamethylenebisacetamide; 1,1'-(Hexane-1,6-diyl)bis(N-methylmethanamide); Hexamethylenebisacetamide; Acetamide, N,N'-1,6-hexanediylbis-; Bisacetamide, Hexamethylene; NSC 95580
EINECS	221-340-1

Quality Control

Our Hexamethylene Bisacetamide is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identification, purity assay, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for each parameter are provided and available upon request to guarantee traceability and compliance with your project specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	95 - 100 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0 %
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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