3542-13-0

Basic information

• Product Name: SELENOCYSTAMINE DIHYDROCHLORIDE
• Synonyms: SELENOCYSTAMINE DIHYDROCHLORIDE;SELENOCYSTAMINE DIHYDROCHLORIDE POWDER;Selenocystamine2HClpowder;2,2'-Diselanediyldiethanamine dihydrochloride;SelenocystaMine hydrochloride;Selenocystamin-dihydrochloride
• CAS NO: 3542-13-0
• Molecular Formula: C₄H₁₄N₂Se₂*2Cl
• Molecular Weight: 318.99
• Product Categories: Amino Acids;I - Z;Modified Amino Acids;amino acids
• Mol File: 3542-13-0.mol
• Article Data: 1

Chemical Properties

• Melting Point: 177-179 °C (decomp)(Solv: ethanol, 95% (64-17-5))
• Boiling Point: 327.9°Cat760mmHg
• Flash Point: 152.1°C
• Appearance: yellow to orange/powder
• Density: g/cm³
• Vapor Pressure: 0.000196mmHg at 25°C
• Storage Temp.: Keep in dark place,Sealed in dry,Room Temperature
• Solubility: H2O: clear to hazy
• Stability: Hygroscopic
• CAS DataBase Reference: SELENOCYSTAMINE DIHYDROCHLORIDE(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: SELENOCYSTAMINE DIHYDROCHLORIDE(3542-13-0)
• EPA Substance Registry System: SELENOCYSTAMINE DIHYDROCHLORIDE(3542-13-0)

Safety Data

• Hazard Codes: T+,N,T
• Statements: 26/27/28-33-36/37/38-50/53-23/25
• Safety Statements: 22-28-45-61-60-20/21
• RIDADR: UN 2811 6.1/PG 3
• WGK Germany: 3
• Hazardous Substances Data: 3542-13-0(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

Description

Selenocystamine dihydrochloride is a chemical compound with potential antiviral properties, particularly against the influenza A and B viruses. It is a yellow to orange powder and has been studied for its effects on PP2A phosphatase activity in vitro. Additionally, it is used as a catalyst for a disulfide-cleaving reagent, dithiothreitol (DTT).

Uses

Used in Antiviral Applications:
Selenocystamine dihydrochloride is used as an antiviral agent for blocking the activity of the RNA-dependent RNA polymerase enzyme associated with influenza A and B viruses. This action may help in inhibiting the replication and spread of these viruses, offering potential therapeutic benefits in the treatment of influenza.
Used in Enzyme Research:
In the field of biochemistry and molecular biology, selenocystamine dihydrochloride is used as a catalyst for the disulfide-cleaving reagent, dithiothreitol (DTT). This application aids in the study of protein folding, stability, and function by breaking disulfide bonds, which are crucial for the structure and activity of many proteins.
Used in Pharmaceutical Industry:
Selenocystamine dihydrochloride is used as a catalyst in the pharmaceutical industry for the synthesis of various drugs and compounds. Its ability to cleave disulfide bonds makes it a valuable tool in the development and production of therapeutic agents that require specific protein structures or functions.
Used in Diagnostic Applications:
In the field of diagnostics, selenocystamine dihydrochloride may be employed to study the effects of PP2A phosphatase activity in vitro. Understanding the role of this enzyme in various biological processes can contribute to the development of diagnostic tools and tests for detecting and monitoring certain conditions or diseases.

InChI:InChI=1/C4H12N2Se2/c5-1-3-7-8-4-2-6/h1-6H2

Upstream product

• 2697-61-2 selenocystamine 

Downstream Products

• 21681-94-7 2-aminoethaneselenol 
• 956226-24-7 [Ni(1,2-bis(diphenylphosphino)ethane)(selenocystamine)]Cl 
• 6474-33-5 N,Se-Dibenzoyl-selenocysteamin 

Relevant articles and documents

ORGANOTELLURIUM AND SELENIUM-BASED ANTIMICROBIAL ANTIMICROBIAL FORMULATIONS AND ARTICLES

The invention provides compositions and methods for treating or preventing the spread of infectious disease through topical or cutaneous contact with a formulation or article containing an organotellurium compound, or an inorganic or organic selenium compound, or formulation thereof, capable of generating superoxide radicals in the presence of an agent of infectious disease such as bacteria, viruses, fungi and protozoa.