6-Mercaptopurine, 99%

About 6-Mercaptopurine, 99%

6-Mercaptopurine is an imidazole derivative (Biochemistry grade) carrying the CAS registry number 6112-76-1, specified at 99% purity. The compound has the formula C5H6N4OS, corresponding to a molecular weight of 170.2 g/mol. The IUPAC name is 3,7-dihydropurine-6-thione. Hydrate. Common synonyms include 6-Purinethiol and 6-Thiohypoxanthine.

The material typically appears as a yellow solid. Reported physical data include a melting point of above 300 °C. Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. It carries the GHS signal word “Danger” with 7 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

Typical applications include molecular biology workflows and organic synthesis. Our customers for this product work in pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

We offer 6-Mercaptopurine in 1 g, 5 g, 25 g and 100 g packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.

Typical applications

Molecular biology workflows
Organic synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	6-Mercaptopurine, 99%
Catalogue No.	VQ-012173
CAS Number	6112-76-1
IUPAC name	3,7-dihydropurine-6-thione;hydrate
Molecular formula	C₅H₆N₄OS
Molecular weight	170.2 g/mol
Exact mass	170.0262
Grade	Biochemistry
Purity / assay	99%
HSN code	29309090
InChIKey	WFFQYWAAEWLHJC-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=NC2=C(N1)C(=S)N=CN2.O
PubChem CID	2724350

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
Appearance	Yellow solid
Melting point	>300 °C
H-bond donors / acceptors	3 / 3
TPSA	86.2 Å²
Synonyms	6-Purinethiol, 6-Thiohypoxanthine, 6-Mercaptopurine monohydrate, 6-Mercaptopurine hydrate, Mercaptopurine hydrate, Purine-6-thiol monohydrate, 1,7-dihydro-6H-purine-6-thione hydrate, Purine-6-thiol, monohydrate, 1,7-Dihydro-6H-purine-6-thione monohydrate, 1,7-dihydro-6H-purine-6-thione--water (1/1), Mercaptopurine Monohydrate, 7H-purine-6-thiol hydrate

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Health hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation
H341Suspected of causing genetic defects
H360May damage fertility or the unborn child
H361Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child

Precautionary statements: P203, P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P318, P319, P321, P330, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of 6-Mercaptopurine, 99%?

The CAS Registry Number of 6-Mercaptopurine, 99% is 6112-76-1. It is also known as 6-Purinethiol, 6-Thiohypoxanthine, 6-Mercaptopurine monohydrate.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 6-Mercaptopurine, 99%?

6-Mercaptopurine, 99% has the molecular formula C5H6N4OS and a molecular weight of 170.2 g/mol.

Which grade and pack sizes of 6-Mercaptopurine, 99% can I order?

We supply 6-Mercaptopurine, 99% in Biochemistry (99%) grade, in 1 g, 5 g, 25 g, 100 g, 1 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 6-Mercaptopurine, 99%?

Yes. Every lot of 6-Mercaptopurine, 99% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can 6-Mercaptopurine, 99% be shipped internationally?

Yes. 6-Mercaptopurine, 99% is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.