Description

cis-1-(3-tert-Butylcyclohexyl)-3-(2-Chloroethyl)-3-Nitrosourea is a specialized nitrosourea derivative of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis and pharmaceutical research. This compound is valued for its unique molecular architecture, which combines a sterically hindered tert-butylcyclohexyl group with a reactive chloroethylnitrosourea moiety. It is primarily sought by research institutions and chemical manufacturers engaged in the development of novel bioactive molecules, particularly in oncology and neurological research where nitrosourea scaffolds are pivotal.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the research and development of novel chemotherapeutic agents and targeted therapies.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a tool compound in studies investigating alkylating agents, DNA cross-linking mechanisms, and cell cycle inhibition.
• Organic Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing more complex molecules with potential biological activity due to its reactive functional groups.
• Academic & Institutional R&D: Employed in university and contract research organization (CRO) laboratories for exploratory medicinal chemistry projects.
• Reference Standard: Can be utilized as an analytical standard for quality control and method development in pharmaceutical analysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	cis-1-(3-tert-Butylcyclohexyl)-3-(2-Chloroethyl)-3-Nitrosourea
CAS No.	74751-36-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₂₄ClN₃O₂
Molecular Weight	289.80 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(3-tert-Butylcyclohexyl)-3-(2-chloroethyl)-1-nitrosourea (cis-); cis-1-(3-tert-Butylcyclohexyl)-3-(2-chloroethyl)-1-nitrosourea; 3-(2-Chloroethyl)-1-(3-tert-butylcyclohexyl)-1-nitrosourea; BCNU derivative; Nitrosourea C13; 74751-36-3
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Quality Control

Our cis-1-(3-tert-Butylcyclohexyl)-3-(2-Chloroethyl)-3-Nitrosourea is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting purity, assay, and impurity profiles.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a freezer at -20°C or below under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to minimize oxidation and degradation. Allow the sealed container to reach room temperature before opening to prevent moisture condensation. Keep away from heat and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.