| Field | Specification |
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| Alternative names | Hexaaza-18-crown-6; 1,4,7,10,13,16-Hexaazacyclooctadecane |
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| Molecular weight | |
| Molecular formula | C12H30N6 |
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| Form | Solid |
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Compound Overview
Hexacyclen, also known as Hexaaza-18-crown-6 or 1,4,7,10,13,16-Hexaazacyclooctadecane, is an organic compound with a macrocyclic structure composed of six nitrogen-containing rings, giving it the ability to bind metal ions and function as a chelating agent in chemistry and biochemistry. In biochemistry it is used to selectively bind metal ions in proteins or enzymes to study their structure and function; its large size and complex structure limit its use in everyday products or applications. It is supplied as a white to off-white solid (C12H30N6, MW 258.41) at 98.0% purity.
Physical & Chemical Properties
| CAS Number | 296-35-5 |
|---|---|
| Molecular Formula | C12H30N6 |
| Molecular Weight | 258.41 g/mol |
| Purity | 98.0% |
| Appearance | Solid |
| Color | White to off-white |
| SMILES | N1CCNCCNCCNCCNCCNCC1 |
| Solubility | In Vitro: H2O: 100 mg/mL (386.98 mM; Requires sonication) |
| Storage | 4°C, protect from light, stored under nitrogen. In solvent: -80°C, 6 months; -20°C, 1 month (protect from light, stored under nitrogen). |
| Shipping | Room temperature in continental US; may vary elsewhere. |
Safety
For Research Use Only. Not for use in diagnostic or therapeutic procedures, and not for human or veterinary use. Handle in accordance with the Safety Data Sheet and your institution's chemical hygiene plan.
In Vitro
| Solvent | Solubility | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| H2O | 100 mg/mL (386.98 mM) | requires sonication |
Aliquot the stock solution and store it at -80°C (up to 6 months) or -20°C (up to 1 month); protect from light, stored under nitrogen; avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
If water is used as the stock solvent, dilute to the working solution and sterilize it through a 0.22 μm filter before use.
Data provided by the manufacturer.
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