Description / Application
Spermine is a polyazaalkane that is tetradecane in which the carbons at positions 1, 5, 10 and 14 are replaced by nitrogens. Spermine has broad actions on cellular metabolism. It has a role as an antioxidant, an immunosuppressive agent and a fundamental metabolite. It is a tetramine and a polyazaalkane. It is a conjugate base of a spermine(4+).
Identities
| Alternative Name | N,N'-Bis(3-aminopropyl)-1,4-butanediamine |
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| Molecular Formula | C10H26N4 |
| Molecular Weight | 202.34 |
| MFCD | MFCD00008215 |
Transport
| DOT UN Number | UN3259 |
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| Hazard Class | 8 |
| Packing Group | II |
Safety
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| Signal Word | Danger |
| Hazard Statements | H314;H318 |
| Precautionary Statements | P260;P264;P280;P301+P330+P331;P303+P361+P353;P304+P340;P305+P351+P338;P310;P321;P363;P405;P501 |