Actidione, GR 98%

Name: Actidione, GR 98%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-003719

About Actidione, GR 98%

Listed under CAS 66-81-9, Actidione is a research antibiotic available from Vaqora Chemicals (AR grade), specified at ≥98% purity. Its molecular formula is C15H23NO4 and its molecular weight is 281.35 g/mol. The IUPAC name is 4-[(2R)-2-[(1S,3S,5S)-3,5-dimethyl-2-oxocyclohexyl]-2-hydroxyethyl]piperidine-2,6-dione. Common synonyms include Cycloheximide and Naramycin A.

The material typically appears as a white to off-white powder. Key physical data: a melting point of 110-119 °C. Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. Under GHS it is labelled “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

Typical applications include selection in cell culture, microbiology research, antimicrobial studies and protein and peptide research. Typical end-use sectors are academic and industrial research and diagnostics and biotechnology.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Actidione in 100 mg, 500 mg, 1 g and 5 g packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Selection in cell culture
Microbiology research
Antimicrobial studies
Protein & peptide research

Industries

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Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Actidione, GR 98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-003719
CAS Number	66-81-9
IUPAC name	4-[(2R)-2-[(1S,3S,5S)-3,5-dimethyl-2-oxocyclohexyl]-2-hydroxyethyl]piperidine-2,6-dione
Molecular formula	C₁₅H₂₃NO₄
Molecular weight	281.35 g/mol
Exact mass	281.1627
Grade	AR
Purity / assay	≥98%
HSN code	29419011
InChIKey	YPHMISFOHDHNIV-FSZOTQKASA-N
SMILES	C[C@H]1C[C@@H](C(=O)[C@@H](C1)[C@@H](CC2CC(=O)NC(=O)C2)O)C
PubChem CID	6197

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Melting point	110-119 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	0.5
H-bond donors / acceptors	2 / 4
TPSA	83.5 Å²
UN number	UN 2811
Synonyms	[2-(3,5-Dimethyl-2-oxocyclohexyl)-2-hydroxyethyl]glutarimide, Cycloheximide, Naramycin A, Cicloheximide, Hizarocin, Naramycin, Acti-Aid, Actidone, Neocycloheximide, Actidione PM, Actidione BR, Actidione TGF

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Toxic

Health hazard

Environmental hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H300Fatal if swallowed
H341Suspected of causing genetic defects
H411Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P203, P264, P270, P273, P280, P301 + P316, P318, P321, P330, P391, 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

Other grades of CAS 66-81-9

Actidione, for tissue culture, 98%+

CAS: 66-81-9
Formula: C₁₅H₂₃NO₄
MW: 281.35 g/mol

VQ-003718

Plant Culture

Actidione, plant tissue culture tested

CAS: 66-81-9
Formula: C₁₅H₂₃NO₄
MW: 281.35 g/mol

VQ-045657

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Actidione, GR 98%?

The CAS Registry Number of Actidione, GR 98% is 66-81-9. It is also known as [2-(3,5-Dimethyl-2-oxocyclohexyl)-2-hydroxyethyl]glutarimide, Cycloheximide, Naramycin A.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Actidione, GR 98%?

Actidione, GR 98% has the molecular formula C15H23NO4 and a molecular weight of 281.35 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 4-[(2R)-2-[(1S,3S,5S)-3,5-dimethyl-2-oxocyclohexyl]-2-hydroxyethyl]piperidine-2,6-dione.

Which grade and pack sizes of Actidione, GR 98% can I order?

We supply Actidione, GR 98% in AR (≥98%) grade, in 100 mg, 500 mg, 1 g, 5 g, 1 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Actidione, GR 98%?

Yes. Every lot of Actidione, GR 98% 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 Actidione, GR 98% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Actidione, GR 98% is classified as hazardous (UN 2811), 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.