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5,5-Diphenyl-2-thiohydantoin (CAS 21083-47-6)

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Alternate Names:
5,5-diphenyl-2-sulfanylideneimidazolidin-4-one; DPTH
Application:
5,5-Diphenyl-2-thiohydantoin is a reactant for synthesis of imidazole derivatives
CAS Number:
21083-47-6
Molecular Weight:
268.33
Molecular Formula:
C15H12N2OS
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
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5,5-Diphenyl-2-thiohydantoin (DPTH) is a heterocyclic organic compound. In scientific research, 5,5-Diphenyl-2-thiohydantoin serves as useful for studying various biological processes. Although the exact mechanism of action for 5,5-Diphenyl-2-thiohydantoin remains incompletely elucidated, it is believed to exert its biological activities by inhibiting key enzymes involved in biological processes. For instance, the compound has demonstrated inhibition of DNA gyrase, an essential enzyme for bacterial DNA replication. Moreover, it has been found to impede the activity of topoisomerase II, an enzyme critical for DNA replication and repair in eukaryotic cells.


5,5-Diphenyl-2-thiohydantoin (CAS 21083-47-6) References

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5,5-Diphenyl-2-thiohydantoin, 5 g

sc-227017
5 g
$66.00