Description

Adenine Hydrochloride Hemihydrate is a high-purity salt form of the essential nucleobase adenine, offering enhanced stability and solubility for critical formulation work. This compound is vital as a key building block in nucleic acid research and as a fundamental raw material in pharmaceutical synthesis. It is primarily required by manufacturers in the life sciences, pharmaceutical intermediates, and biochemical research sectors for producing nucleotides, antiviral drugs, and cell culture media.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical starting material in the synthesis of nucleoside analogs and antiviral agents.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a precursor in enzymatic studies, nucleotide synthesis, and molecular biology applications.
• Cell Culture & Media Formulation: An essential component in certain defined cell culture media and microbiological growth substrates.
• Diagnostic Reagent Production: Employed in the manufacture of reagents and kits for genetic testing and molecular diagnostics.
• Reference Standard: Serves as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control in pharmaceutical and research laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Adenine Hydrochloride Hemihydrate
CAS No.	6055-72-7
Molecular Formula	C5H6ClN5 · ½H2O
Molecular Weight	172.59 g/mol (anhydrous basis)
Synonyms	6-Aminopurine hydrochloride hemihydrate; Adenine HCl hemihydrate; 1H-Purin-6-amine hydrochloride hydrate (1:1:0.5); Vitamin B4 hydrochloride hemihydrate; Adenine monohydrochloride hemihydrate; 9H-Purin-6-amine hydrochloride hemihydrate
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Quality Control

Our Adenine Hydrochloride Hemihydrate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, to ensure it meets exacting standards suitable for research and pharmaceutical applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

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 nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after each use to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0% (on anhydrous basis)
Water Content (KF)	4.0% - 6.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤2.0%
Solubility	Clear, colorless solution in water

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