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Product Description
Mechanism of Action
Dibromopropamidine is an aromatic diamidine antiseptic that disrupts microbial membranes and nucleic‑acid binding. Its cationic amidine groups interact with negatively charged phospholipids and DNA, producing bactericidal and fungicidal effects.
Benefits and Advantages
Used in antiseptic‑mechanism modelling, membrane‑integrity assays, DNA‑binding studies, and antimicrobial‑resistance screening.
Side Effects and Risks
Risks include skin irritation, ocular damage (if splashed), hypersensitivity reactions and toxicity with systemic exposure. Handle with antiseptic‑compound PPE.
Datasheet
| Molecular Formula | C17H18Br2N4O2 |
|---|---|
| Molecular Weight | 470.2 g/mol |
| CAS Number | 496-00-4 |
| Storage Condition | Store in a cool, dry place. Keep container tightly closed. Protect from moisture and light. |
| Solubility | Solubility depends on solvent and conditions (e.g., pH). Please contact us for solvent-specific guidance. |
| Purity | Purity information is available upon request (COA). |
| Synonym | Dibrompropamidine; Dibromopropamidine; 496-00-4; Dibromopropamidina; Dibrompropamidinum |
| IUPAC/Chemical Name | 3-bromo-4-[3-(2-bromo-4-carbamimidoylphenoxy)propoxy]benzenecarboximidamide |
| InChl Key | GMJFVGRUYJHMCO-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChl Code | InChI=1S/C17H18Br2N4O2/c18-12-8-10(16(20)21)2-4-14(12)24-6-1-7-25-15-5-3-11(17(22)23)9-13(15)19/h2-5,8-9H,1,6-7H2,(H3,20,21)(H3,22,23) |
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