Description

Alloxan Monohydrate is a heterocyclic organic compound widely recognized for its role as a selective pancreatic β-cell cytotoxin in scientific research. This high-purity chemical is essential for creating experimental models of type 1 diabetes, enabling critical studies in metabolic and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily utilized by research institutions, pharmaceutical R&D departments, and chemical manufacturers developing specialized biochemical reagents.

Application

• Diabetes Research Model: Induction of experimental type 1 diabetes in laboratory animals for pharmacological and pathological studies.
• Pharmaceutical R&D: A key tool for screening and evaluating potential anti-diabetic drugs and insulin secretagogues.
• Biochemical Reagent: Used in the synthesis of more complex biochemical compounds and as a specialized reagent in analytical chemistry.
• Metabolic Studies: Employed in research focused on insulin secretion mechanisms, β-cell function, and glucose metabolism.
• Reference Standard: Serves as a high-purity analytical standard in quality control laboratories for method development and validation.

Basic Information

Product Name	Alloxan Monohydrate
CAS No.	6011-27-4
Molecular Formula	C4H4N2O5
Molecular Weight	160.09 g/mol
Synonyms	Alloxan Hydrate; Mesoxalylurea Monohydrate; 2,4,5,6(1H,3H)-Pyrimidinetetrone Monohydrate; 5,5-Dihydroxybarbituric Acid; Uroxanic Acid; NSC 7607; Alloxanic Acid Amide
EINECS	227-907-7

Quality Control

Our Alloxan Monohydrate is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements of research and development applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after use to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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