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Lipoamide

Also known as Thioctamide, 5-(1,2-Dithiolan-3-yl)pentanamide, thioctic acid amide

CAS 940-69-2Formula C8H15NOS2Molar mass 205.35 g/molEC 213-375-2
GHS signal word: Warning. Pictograms: Harmful or irritant 41 suppliers listed
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Lipoamide chemical structure, C8H15NOS2, CAS 940-69-2
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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All properties
CAS number
940-69-2
Formula
C8H15NOS2
Molar mass
205.35 g/mol
EC number
213-375-2
HS code
293499
Category
Heterocyclic building blocks

What is Lipoamide?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Lipoamide is a monocarboxylic acid amide resulting from the formal condensation of the carboxy group of lipoic acid with ammonia. It has a role as a mouse metabolite, a Saccharomyces cerevisiae metabolite, an Escherichia coli metabolite and a human metabolite. It is a monocarboxylic acid amide and a member of dithiolanes. It is functionally related to a lipoic acid.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
5-(dithiolan-3-yl)pentanamide
CAS number
940-69-2 CAS number cross-checkedOther or deprecated CAS: 165171-77-7, 3206-73-3
EC numbers
213-375-2, 221-710-9
Molecular formula
C8H15NOS2
UNII
Q1GT04827L
MDL number
MFCD00005475
InChIKey
FCCDDURTIIUXBY-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C8H15NOS2/c9-8(10)4-2-1-3-7-5-6-11-12-7/h7H,1-6H2,(H2,9,10)
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
C1CSSC1CCCCC(=O)N

Synonyms

  • Thioctamide
  • 5-(1,2-Dithiolan-3-yl)pentanamide
  • thioctic acid amide
  • Lipoacin
  • dl-6,8-Thioctamide
  • DL-lipoamide
  • Lipamide
  • Vitamin N
  • Lipoamid
  • Lipoicin
  • Pathoclon
  • 1,2-Dithiolane-3-pentanamide
  • Thioctamid
  • Thiotomin
  • Thioami
  • Ticolin
  • Lypoaran
  • alpha-Lipoic acid amide
  • 5-(dithiolan-3-yl)pentanamide
  • 1,2-Dithiolane-3-valeramide
  • thioctic amide
  • alpha-Lipamide
  • dl-alpha-lipoic acid amide
  • alpha-Lipoic amide
  • 6,8-thioctic amide
Show all 37 synonyms
  • Lipozyme
  • (+/-)-alpha-Lipoamide
  • alpha-Lipoamide
  • DL-5-(1,2-Dithiolan-3-yl)valeramide
  • dl-alpha-Lipoamide
  • 5-(1,2-Dithiolan-3-yl)valeramide
  • dl-6-Thioctic amide
  • dl-thioctamide
  • Lipoamide, alpha-
  • DL-6,8-Thioctic acid amide
  • Lipoic Acid Impurity 23
  • Thioctic acid amide (JAN)

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
205.35 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
205.0595 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
2.19calc.
Topological polar surface area
43.09 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
1calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
3calc.
Rotatable bonds
5calc.
Heavy atoms
12calc.
Rings
1calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.88calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
1calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Murcko scaffold

The ring system that remains when every side chain is removed

Murcko scaffold of this chemical, C1CSSC1

C1CSSC1

1 ring, 5 atoms, the 1,2-Dithiolane ring system.

159 other chemicals share this scaffold

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

GHS signal word
Warning
GHS07: Harmful or irritant
Harmful or irritant

Hazard statements

  • H302Harmful if swallowed.
Precautionary statements (5)
  • P264Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
  • P270Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
  • P301 + P317If swallowed: Get medical help.
  • P330Rinse mouth.
  • P501Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local regulations.

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

What the substance is used for, by industry and function

Roles

  • Escherichia coli metabolite
  • Saccharomyces cerevisiae metabolite
  • animal metabolite
  • bacterial metabolite
  • eukaryotic metabolite
  • fungal metabolite
  • human metabolite
  • mammalian metabolite
  • metabolite
  • mouse metabolite
  • prokaryotic metabolite

Regulatory status

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HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Lipoamide is traded under.

HS 2934.99Indicative HS code

Nucleic acids and their salts, other heterocyclic compounds, not elsewhere classified in heading 2934

World exports in 2024
$26.7B
+15.0% vs 2023, imports $26.3B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. Ireland26.3%
  2. China15.7%
  3. Singapore10.3%
Top importers
  1. United States24.5%
  2. Germany23.1%
  3. Japan4.5%
Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

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

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Lipoamide, based on the data on this page

What is Lipoamide?

Lipoamide is a monocarboxylic acid amide resulting from the formal condensation of the carboxy group of lipoic acid with ammonia. It has a role as a mouse metabolite, a Saccharomyces cerevisiae metabolite, an Escherichia coli metabolite and a human metabolite.

What is the CAS number of Lipoamide?

The CAS registry number of Lipoamide is 940-69-2. Other or deprecated CAS numbers: 165171-77-7, 3206-73-3.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Lipoamide?

The molecular formula of Lipoamide is C8H15NOS2 and its molar mass is 205.35 g/mol.

What is Lipoamide used for?

Known uses and roles of Lipoamide include building blocks in research and laboratory, screening compounds in research and laboratory, escherichia coli metabolite, saccharomyces cerevisiae metabolite, animal metabolite and 8 more.

Is Lipoamide hazardous?

Lipoamide carries the GHS signal word "Warning". Main hazards: harmful if swallowed. This summary is not an SDS, always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Lipoamide?

Lipoamide is usually classified under HS code 293499 (Nucleic acids and their salts, whether or not chemically defined, other heterocyclic…). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

Where can I buy Lipoamide?

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