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Aliphatic and alicyclic building blocks

beta-Alethine

Also known as Alethine, Alethine, beta-, Beta-alanyl cysteamine disulfide

CAS 646-08-2Formula C10H22N4O2S2Molar mass 294.45 g/molEC 211-465-6
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beta-Alethine chemical structure, C10H22N4O2S2, CAS 646-08-2
2D chemical structure

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CAS number
646-08-2
Formula
C10H22N4O2S2
Molar mass
294.45 g/mol
EC number
211-465-6
HS code
293090
Category
Aliphatic and alicyclic building blocks

What is beta-Alethine?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Beta Alethine is a disulfide agent that stimulates T and B-cell functions and exhibits anti-tumor and immunostimulant activity. (NCI)

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
3-amino-N-[2-[2-(3-aminopropanoylamino)ethyldisulfanyl]ethyl]propanamide
CAS number
646-08-2 CAS number cross-checked
EC number
211-465-6
Molecular formula
C10H22N4O2S2
UNII
LY583605Y8
InChIKey
WELIVEBWRWAGOM-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C10H22N4O2S2/c11-3-1-9(15)13-5-7-17-18-8-6-14-10(16)2-4-12/h1-8,11-12H2,(H,13,15)(H,14,16)
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
C(CN)C(=O)NCCSSCCNC(=O)CCN

Synonyms

  • Alethine
  • Alethine, beta-
  • Beta-alanyl cysteamine disulfide
  • beta-alanylcysteamine disulfide
  • Beta-alanyl-cysteamine Disulfide
  • 3-amino-N-(2-((2-(3-aminopropanamido)ethyl)disulfanyl)ethyl)propanamide
  • beta alethine
  • Betathine
  • N,N'-(disulfanediylbis(ethane-2,1-diyl))bis(3-aminopropanamide)
  • N,N'-(Dithiodiethylene)bis(3-aminopropionamide)
  • N,N'-(dithiodiethylene)bis[3-aminopropionamide]
  • 3-amino-N-[2-[2-(3-aminopropanoylamino)ethyldisulfanyl]ethyl]propanamide
  • Bis(beta-alanylaminoethyl)disulfide
  • beta-lt
  • Propionamide, N,N'-(dithiodiethylene)bis(3-amino-
  • Propanamide, N,N'-(dithiodi-2,1-ethanediyl)bis(3-amino-
  • N,N'-[Disulfanediyldi(ethane-2,1-diyl)]bis(3-aminopropanamide)

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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Computed descriptors

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Molecular weight
294.45 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
294.1184 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
-0.7calc.
Topological polar surface area
110.2 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
4calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
6calc.
Rotatable bonds
11calc.
Heavy atoms
18calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.8calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Safety and hazards

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No GHS hazard classification is recorded for this substance yet. That does not mean it is harmless.

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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Uses and applications

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Roles

  • antineoplastic agent
  • pharmaceutical

Regulatory status

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HS code and trade data

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Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code beta-Alethine is traded under.

HS 2930.90Indicative HS code

Organo-sulphur compounds, other

World exports in 2024
$5.83B
+0.1% vs 2023, imports $5.93B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China40.7%
  2. United States10.9%
  3. Japan9.3%
Top importers
  1. United States13.3%
  2. Brazil12.6%
  3. China6.6%
Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

The HS code shown for beta-Alethine is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about beta-Alethine, based on the data on this page

What is beta-Alethine?

Beta Alethine is a disulfide agent that stimulates T and B-cell functions and exhibits anti-tumor and immunostimulant activity. (NCI)

What is the CAS number of beta-Alethine?

The CAS registry number of beta-Alethine is 646-08-2.

What is the molecular formula and weight of beta-Alethine?

The molecular formula of beta-Alethine is C10H22N4O2S2 and its molar mass is 294.45 g/mol.

What is beta-Alethine used for?

Known uses and roles of beta-Alethine include building blocks in research and laboratory, antineoplastic agent and pharmaceutical.

Is beta-Alethine hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for beta-Alethine is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of beta-Alethine?

beta-Alethine is usually classified under HS code 293090 (Organo-sulphur compounds, other). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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