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Catalog Number:
38278
CAS Number:
136-47-0
Tetracaine hydrochloride
Grade:
Meets USP Specification
Purity:
98 - 102% (Assay on anhydrous basis)
Synonym(s):
4-(Butylamino)benzoic acid 2-(Dimethylamino)ethyl ester hydrochloride, 2-(Dimethylamino)ethyl 4-(Butylamino)benzoate hydrochloride
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Product Information
Synonyms
4-(Butylamino)benzoic acid 2-(Dimethylamino)ethyl ester hydrochloride, 2-(Dimethylamino)ethyl 4-(Butylamino)benzoate hydrochloride
CAS Number
136-47-0
Purity
98 - 102% (Assay on anhydrous basis)
Grade
Meets USP Specification
Molecular Formula
C15H24N2O2·HCl
Molecular Weight
0
MDL Number
MFCD00038912
PubChem ID
8695
Melting Point
~ 148 °C (Lit.)
Appearance
White or almost white crystalline powder
Conditions
Store at 2 - 8 °C
General Information
Synonyms
4-(Butylamino)benzoic acid 2-(Dimethylamino)ethyl ester hydrochloride, 2-(Dimethylamino)ethyl 4-(Butylamino)benzoate hydrochloride
CAS Number
136-47-0
Purity
98 - 102% (Assay on anhydrous basis)
Grade
Meets USP Specification
Molecular Formula
C15H24N2O2·HCl
Molecular Weight
0
MDL Number
MFCD00038912
PubChem ID
8695
Melting Point
~ 148 °C (Lit.)
Appearance
White or almost white crystalline powder
Conditions
Store at 2 - 8 °C
Properties
Additional property information coming soon!
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Safety and Regulations
Hazmat
Yes
Antibiotic
No
DEA-regulated
No
Warnings
-
Applications

Tetracaine hydrochloride is widely utilized in research focused on:

  • Local Anesthesia: Commonly used in medical procedures to provide localized pain relief, making it essential in surgeries and dental work.
  • Ophthalmic Solutions: Employed in eye drops for numbing the eye during examinations or surgeries, enhancing patient comfort and procedural efficiency.
  • Topical Formulations: Incorporated in creams and gels for treating minor skin irritations and pain, offering a non-invasive pain management option.
  • Research Applications: Used in laboratory settings to study nerve conduction and pain pathways, aiding researchers in understanding pain mechanisms.
  • Veterinary Medicine: Applied in animal care for local anesthesia, ensuring safe and pain-free procedures for pets and livestock.

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