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Ectoine

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Ectoine chemical structure
CAS number96702-03-3
FormulaC6H10N2O2
Molar mass142.16 g/mol
Physical formSolid
HS code38229090
InChIKeyWQXNXVUDBPYKBA-YFKPBYRVSA-N
IUPAC name(6S)-2-methyl-1,4,5,6-tetrahydropyrimidine-6-carboxylic acid

About Ectoine

Ectoine belongs to the N methylpyrrolidone reference-standard family in the Zemixal catalogue. Key data (Reference Standard): CAS 96702-03-3, formula C6H10N2O2 and molar mass 142.16 g/mol. It is handled as a solid.

Typical applications

  • Analytical method development
  • Method validation (AMV)
  • QC release testing
  • ANDA / DMF filings

Available as 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg. Larger or split packs can be arranged. You receive a certificate of analysis with characterisation data with each order. Send an enquiry through the quote panel and you get a formal offer with Incoterms and delivery time.

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Typical uses

  • Analytical method development
  • Method validation (AMV)
  • QC release testing
  • ANDA / DMF filings

Applications

Specifications and identifiers

Specifications of Ectoine
Product nameEctoine
Catalogue numberZX-031151
CAS number96702-03-3
IUPAC name(6S)-2-methyl-1,4,5,6-tetrahydropyrimidine-6-carboxylic acid
Molecular formulaC6H10N2O2
Molar mass142.16 g/mol
Exact mass142.0742
GradeReference Standard
Physical formSolid
XLogP3-0.8
H-bond donors / acceptors2 / 3
Topological polar surface area61.7 Ų
HS code38229090
InChIKeyWQXNXVUDBPYKBA-YFKPBYRVSA-N
SMILESCC1=NCC[C@H](N1)C(=O)O
PubChem CID126041
Synonymsectoin, (4S)-2-methyl-1,4,5,6-tetrahydropyrimidine-4-carboxylic acid, 1,4,5,6-Tetrahydro-2-methyl-4-pyrimidinecarboxylic acid, (4S)-3,4,5,6-Tetrahydro-2-methyl-4-pyrimidinecarboxylic acid, 4-Pyrimidinecarboxylic acid, 1,4,5,6-tetrahydro-2-methyl-, (+)-, (4S)-2-methyl-1,4,5,6-tetrahydropyrimidine-4-carboxylate, (6S)-2-methyl-1,4,5,6-tetrahydropyrimidin-3-ium-6-carboxylate, 2-methyl-3,4,5,6-tetrahydropyrimidine-4-carboxylic acid, L-Ectoine, (S)-2-Methyl-3,4,5,6-tetrahydropyrimidine-4-carboxylic acid, (S)-2-Methyl-1,4,5,6-tetrahydropyrimidine-4-carboxylic acid, US9138393, Ectoine

Lot values are stated on the batch certificate of analysis. Ask for a typical COA with your quotation.

Safety and GHS hazards

No GHS classification is on file for this item. Handle it as an unknown laboratory chemical and request the SDS with your quotation.

Pack sizes

Pack sizes of Ectoine
10 mgQuoted on request
25 mgQuoted on request
50 mgQuoted on request
100 mgQuoted on request

Need a different size? Bulk drums and custom packing are quoted on request through the quote form on this page.

Questions about Ectoine

Which CAS number identifies Ectoine?
Ectoine is registered under CAS 96702-03-3. You may also see it listed as ectoin, (4S)-2-methyl-1,4,5,6-tetrahydropyrimidine-4-carboxylic acid, 1,4,5,6-Tetrahydro-2-methyl-4-pyrimidinecarboxylic acid. Our catalogue number for this item is ZX-031151.
What are the formula and molar mass of Ectoine?
For Ectoine, its formula is C6H10N2O2 and its molar mass is 142.16 g/mol. The systematic (IUPAC) name is (6S)-2-methyl-1,4,5,6-tetrahydropyrimidine-6-carboxylic acid. InChIKey WQXNXVUDBPYKBA-YFKPBYRVSA-N lets you match it in any structure database.
How is Ectoine used in pharmaceutical QC?
Ectoine is a characterised reference material linked to N methylpyrrolidone. Laboratories use it to identify and quantify this impurity during method development and validation, stability work, batch release testing and regulatory submissions.
What grade and pack sizes are available for Ectoine?
This listing is Reference Standard grade. Standard packs are 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg. Larger quantities and custom packing can be quoted on request.
Which documents come with Ectoine?
Each lot ships with a batch certificate of analysis and a 16-section GHS safety data sheet. A typical COA or specification sheet can be shared with the quotation before you order.
Can Zemixal ship Ectoine to my country?
Yes. Ectoine ships worldwide by express courier, air cargo or sea freight, quoted on the Incoterm you prefer, with full export documents.

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