Description

1-(2-Chloroethyl)-3-(1-Methylhexyl)-1-Nitrosourea is a specialized nitrosourea derivative with significant research and development applications. This compound is valued for its unique alkylating properties, which are critical in advanced chemical synthesis and investigative studies. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical development laboratories engaged in the creation of novel therapeutic agents and biochemical probes. The product is supplied to the global market with a focus on consistent quality and reliable supply for critical R&D workflows.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research & Development: Serves as a key intermediate or active moiety in the synthesis of novel chemotherapeutic agents and targeted therapies under investigation.
• Biochemical Research: Used as an alkylating agent in laboratory studies to investigate DNA interaction mechanisms, protein modification, and cellular response pathways.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a specialized building block for the preparation of more complex nitrosourea analogs and other pharmacologically active compounds.
• Oncology Research: Employed in preclinical studies to model and understand the activity of alkylating nitrosoureas, aiding in the development of new cancer treatment strategies.
• Academic Research: Utilized in university and institutional labs for fundamental studies in organic chemistry, medicinal chemistry, and toxicology.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(2-Chloroethyl)-3-(1-Methylhexyl)-1-Nitrosourea
CAS No.	61137-61-9
Molecular Formula	C10H20ClN3O2
Molecular Weight	249.74 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(2-Chloroethyl)-3-(1-methylhexyl)-1-nitrosourea; 1-Methylhexyl Chloroethyl Nitrosourea; NSC 85998; 1-Nitroso-1-(2-chloroethyl)-3-(1-methylhexyl)urea; CCNU analog; 1-(2-Chloroethyl)-3-(1-methylhexyl)nitrosourea; Lomustine analog
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-(2-Chloroethyl)-3-(1-Methylhexyl)-1-Nitrosourea is produced under controlled conditions to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency, suitable for sensitive research applications. Each lot undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including identity confirmation by spectroscopic methods and purity assessment by chromatography. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results and specifications is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive (store away from light). Keep the container tightly sealed to protect from moisture and contamination. Store away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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