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2,4-Diamino-6-butylamino-1,3,5-triazine (CAS 5606-24-6)

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Alternate Names:
2-Butylamino-4,6-diamino-1,3,5-triazine; N2-Butylmelamine
CAS Number:
5606-24-6
Molecular Weight:
182.23
Molecular Formula:
C7H14N6
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
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2,4-Diamino-6-butylamino-1,3,5-triazine functions as a selective herbicide. It acts by inhibiting the enzyme acetohydroxyacid synthase (AHAS) in susceptible plants, leading to the disruption of branched-chain amino acid biosynthesis. This interference ultimately results in the cessation of cell division and plant growth, leading to the death of the targeted plants.2,4-Diamino-6-butylamino-1,3,5-triazine′s mechanism of action involves binding to the catalytic site of AHAS, preventing the enzyme from carrying out its normal function. This disruption of the enzyme′s activity interferes with the synthesis of amino acids. In experimental applications, 2,4-Diamino-6-butylamino-1,3,5-triazine is utilized to study plant physiology and to develop strategies for weed control in agriculture.


2,4-Diamino-6-butylamino-1,3,5-triazine (CAS 5606-24-6) References

  1. Selective Adsorption, Reduction, and Separation of Au(III) from Aqueous Solution with Amine-Type Non-Woven Fabric Adsorbents.  |  Huang, C., et al. 2020. Materials (Basel). 13: PMID: 32630807

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2,4-Diamino-6-butylamino-1,3,5-triazine, 5 g

sc-486168
5 g
$240.00