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Lipofectamine

Also known as lipofectamine 2000, LF 2000

CAS 158571-62-1Formula C54H107N6O5+Molar mass 920.49 g/mol
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Lipofectamine chemical structure, C54H107N6O5+, CAS 158571-62-1
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CAS number
158571-62-1
Formula
C54H107N6O5+
Molar mass
920.49 g/mol
HS code
292419
Category
Esters and lactones

What is Lipofectamine?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Lipofectamine is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C54H107N6O5+ and a molar mass of 920.49 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 158571-62-1. The IUPAC name is 2-[2,5-bis(3-aminopropylamino)pentanoylamino]ethyl-[2,3-bis[[(Z)-octadec-9-enoyl]oxy]propyl]-dimethylazanium.

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IUPAC name
2-[2,5-bis(3-aminopropylamino)pentanoylamino]ethyl-[2,3-bis[[(Z)-octadec-9-enoyl]oxy]propyl]-dimethylazanium
CAS number
158571-62-1
Molecular formula
C54H107N6O5+
InChIKey
SDUUFYGDEZFXCY-WRBBJXAJSA-O
InChI
InChI=1S/C54H106N6O5/c1-5-7-9-11-13-15-17-19-21-23-25-27-29-31-33-39-52(61)64-49-50(65-53(62)40-34-32-30-28-26-24-22-20-18-16-14-12-10-8-6-2)48-60(3,4)47-46-59-54(63)51(58-45-37-42-56)38-35-43-57-44-36-41-55/h19-22,50-51,57-58H,5-18,23-49,55-56H2,1-4H3/p+1/b21-19-,22-20-
Canonical SMILES
CCCCCCCCC=CCCCCCCCC(=O)OCC(C[N+](C)(C)CCNC(=O)C(CCCNCCCN)NCCCN)OC(=O)CCCCCCCC=CCCCCCCCC
Isomeric SMILES
CCCCCCCC/C=C\CCCCCCCC(=O)OCC(C[N+](C)(C)CCNC(=O)C(CCCNCCCN)NCCCN)OC(=O)CCCCCCC/C=C\CCCCCCCC

Synonyms

  • lipofectamine 2000
  • LF 2000

Physical and chemical properties

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Physical and chemical properties

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Computed descriptors

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Molecular weight
920.49 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
919.8297 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
10.73calc.
Topological polar surface area
157.8 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
5calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
9calc.
Rotatable bonds
50calc.
Heavy atoms
65calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.87calc.
Formal charge
1calc.
Stereocentres
2calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Fails (2 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Safety and hazards

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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 Lipofectamine is traded under.

HS 2924.19Indicative HS code

Acyclic amides (including acyclic carbamates) and their derivatives, salts thereof, other

World exports in 2024
$2.38B
−1.7% vs 2023, imports $2.22B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China34.7%
  2. Germany12.5%
  3. India * partner reported6.8%
Top importers
  1. United States17.5%
  2. Germany8.8%
  3. India * partner reported6.7%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

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

Frequently asked questions

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What is Lipofectamine?

Lipofectamine is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C54H107N6O5+ and a molar mass of 920.49 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 158571-62-1. The IUPAC name is 2-[2,5-bis(3-aminopropylamino)pentanoylamino]ethyl-[2,3-bis[[(Z)-octadec-9-enoyl]oxy]propyl]-dimethylazanium.

What is the CAS number of Lipofectamine?

The CAS registry number of Lipofectamine is 158571-62-1.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Lipofectamine?

The molecular formula of Lipofectamine is C54H107N6O5+ and its molar mass is 920.49 g/mol.

What is Lipofectamine used for?

Known uses and roles of Lipofectamine include indicators and reagents.

Is Lipofectamine hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Lipofectamine 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 Lipofectamine?

Lipofectamine is usually classified under HS code 292419 (Acyclic amides (including acyclic carbamates) and their derivatives, salts thereof, other). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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