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Iminodibenzyl

Alias: Iminodibenzyl; 494-19-9; 10,11-Dihydro-5H-dibenzo[b,f]azepine; Iminobibenzyl; 10,11-Dihydro-5H-dibenz[b,f]azepine;
Cat No.:V65375 Purity: ≥98%
Iminodibenzyl is a biochemical compound that may be utilized as a biomaterial or organic/chemical reagent for biomedical research.
Iminodibenzyl
Iminodibenzyl Chemical Structure CAS No.: 494-19-9
Product category: Biochemical Assay Reagents
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Product Description
Iminodibenzyl is a biochemical compound that may be utilized as a biomaterial or organic/chemical reagent for biomedical research.
Iminodibenzyl (10,11-Dihydro-5H-dibenzo[b,f]azepine, CAS 494-19-9) is a biochemical reagent and organic compound used in life science research. It has a molecular weight of 195.26 g/mol and the formula C₁₄H₁₃N. It appears as a yellowish to beige crystalline powder with a melting point of 105-108°C. The compound is an important drug intermediate used for the synthesis of medicines for the treatment of mania and epilepsy. It is also widely employed as a catalyst and reducing agent in organic synthesis.
Biological Activity I Assay Protocols (From Reference)
Targets
Biochemical reagent
Iminodibenzyl is a synthetic intermediate and drug precursor rather than a direct pharmacological agent. As a building block, it does not have specific biological receptors as its primary targets. The dibenzoazepine scaffold is a privileged structure in medicinal chemistry, found in various pharmaceuticals including antipsychotics and anticonvulsants. The compound is an important drug intermediate used for the synthesis of medicines for the treatment of mania and epilepsy. It is also used as a hydrogenating and reducing agent in transition metal-catalyzed reactions.
ln Vitro
Carbamazepine, an anti-epileptic drug, can be substituted with imimodibenzyl as an intermediary.
In vitro, iminodibenzyl is used as a biochemical reagent and organic compound for biomedical research. It is an important drug intermediate used for the synthesis of medicines for the treatment of mania and epilepsy. It is also employed as a catalyst and reducing agent in organic synthesis. Cellular assays are typically performed on the final pharmaceutical compounds synthesized from this intermediate rather than on the intermediate itself. The compound's dibenzoazepine scaffold allows for various chemical transformations.
ln Vivo
In vivo, iminodibenzyl is a key intermediate for the synthesis of pharmaceuticals used to treat mania and epilepsy. The compound itself is not used therapeutically but serves as a precursor for active pharmaceutical ingredients. Its primary value lies in its use as a synthetic intermediate for preparing various pharmaceuticals. Specific in vivo data for the parent compound is not available in the public literature. The compound is not a therapeutic agent itself.
Enzyme Assay
In vitro enzyme/receptor binding assays for iminodibenzyl are not typically performed, as it is primarily a synthetic intermediate. The compound is used as a building block in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals for mania and epilepsy. A typical assay involves using the compound in chemical reactions to prepare final compounds. The compound is dissolved in organic solvents such as DMSO or ethanol. The resulting products can be evaluated for biological activity. Receptor binding or enzyme inhibition assays can be performed on the final synthesized compounds. IC₅₀ or binding affinity values are calculated from dose-response curves.
Cell Assay
Cellular assays for iminodibenzyl are not standard, as the compound is primarily a synthetic intermediate. The compound is used in the preparation of pharmaceuticals for neurological and psychiatric disorders. A typical protocol for evaluating the biological activity of synthesized compounds involves culturing appropriate cell lines in growth medium at 37°C with 5% CO₂. Cells are treated with synthesized compounds at varying concentrations for 24-72 hours. Cell viability, proliferation, or specific signaling readouts are assessed. IC₅₀ or EC₅₀ values are calculated from dose-response curves.
Animal Protocol
In vivo animal studies for iminodibenzyl are not standard, as it is a synthetic intermediate rather than a therapeutic candidate. The compound is classified for research use only and is not intended for human or veterinary applications. Any animal studies would typically be conducted on the final pharmaceuticals synthesized using this building block. These studies would evaluate efficacy in disease models, pharmacokinetics, and safety in appropriate animal models. The compound's primary value lies in its use as a synthetic intermediate.
ADME/Pharmacokinetics
Pharmacokinetic data for iminodibenzyl is limited, as it is primarily a research reagent. The compound has a molecular weight of 195.26 g/mol and a molecular formula of C₁₄H₁₃N. It is a solid at room temperature with a melting point of 105-108°C. As a dibenzoazepine, it may undergo metabolic oxidation and conjugation. Specific ADME data is not available. The compound is stored in a dry, cool place.
Toxicity/Toxicokinetics
Iminodibenzyl is classified for research use only and is not intended for human or veterinary applications. Standard safety precautions include handling with appropriate personal protective equipment (gloves, lab coat, safety goggles) in a well-ventilated area. The compound should be stored in a dry, cool place away from incompatible materials. Acute toxicity data is not readily available in the public literature. As with all research chemicals, appropriate laboratory safety practices should be followed. No specific LD₅₀ values are available in the public domain.
References
[1]. https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/10308
Additional Infomation
The core structure of clomipramine
Iminodibenzyl (10,11-Dihydro-5H-dibenzo[b,f]azepine, CAS 494-19-9) is a biochemical reagent with the molecular formula C₁₄H₁₃N. It is an important drug intermediate used for the synthesis of medicines for the treatment of mania and epilepsy and is also employed as a catalyst and reducing agent in organic synthesis. The compound is classified as a research-use-only compound not intended for diagnostic or therapeutic purposes.
These protocols are for reference only. InvivoChem does not independently validate these methods.
Physicochemical Properties
Molecular Formula
C14H13N
Molecular Weight
195.26
Exact Mass
195.104
CAS #
494-19-9
PubChem CID
10308
Appearance
Off-white to yellow solid powder
Density
1.1±0.1 g/cm3
Boiling Point
327.7±32.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Melting Point
105-108 °C(lit.)
Flash Point
161.3±20.6 °C
Vapour Pressure
0.0±0.7 mmHg at 25°C
Index of Refraction
1.603
LogP
4.03
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count
1
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count
1
Rotatable Bond Count
0
Heavy Atom Count
15
Complexity
191
Defined Atom Stereocenter Count
0
SMILES
N1([H])C2=C([H])C([H])=C([H])C([H])=C2C([H])([H])C([H])([H])C2=C([H])C([H])=C([H])C([H])=C12
InChi Key
ZSMRRZONCYIFNB-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChi Code
InChI=1S/C14H13N/c1-3-7-13-11(5-1)9-10-12-6-2-4-8-14(12)15-13/h1-8,15H,9-10H2
Chemical Name
6,11-dihydro-5H-benzo[b][1]benzazepine
Synonyms
Iminodibenzyl; 494-19-9; 10,11-Dihydro-5H-dibenzo[b,f]azepine; Iminobibenzyl; 10,11-Dihydro-5H-dibenz[b,f]azepine;
HS Tariff Code
2934.99.9001
Storage

Powder      -20°C    3 years

                     4°C     2 years

In solvent   -80°C    6 months

                  -20°C    1 month

Shipping Condition
Room temperature (This product is stable at ambient temperature for a few days during ordinary shipping and time spent in Customs)
Solubility Data
Solubility (In Vitro)
DMSO: ~100 mg/mL (512 mM)
Solubility (In Vivo)
Note: Listed below are some common formulations that may be used to formulate products with low water solubility (e.g. < 1 mg/mL), you may test these formulations using a minute amount of products to avoid loss of samples.

Injection Formulations
(e.g. IP/IV/IM/SC)
Injection Formulation 1: DMSO : Tween 80: Saline = 10 : 5 : 85 (i.e. 100 μL DMSO stock solution 50 μL Tween 80 850 μL Saline)
*Preparation of saline: Dissolve 0.9 g of sodium chloride in 100 mL ddH ₂ O to obtain a clear solution.
Injection Formulation 2: DMSO : PEG300Tween 80 : Saline = 10 : 40 : 5 : 45 (i.e. 100 μL DMSO 400 μLPEG300 50 μL Tween 80 450 μL Saline)
Injection Formulation 3: DMSO : Corn oil = 10 : 90 (i.e. 100 μL DMSO 900 μL Corn oil)
Example: Take the Injection Formulation 3 (DMSO : Corn oil = 10 : 90) as an example, if 1 mL of 2.5 mg/mL working solution is to be prepared, you can take 100 μL 25 mg/mL DMSO stock solution and add to 900 μL corn oil, mix well to obtain a clear or suspension solution (2.5 mg/mL, ready for use in animals).
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Injection Formulation 4: DMSO : 20% SBE-β-CD in saline = 10 : 90 [i.e. 100 μL DMSO 900 μL (20% SBE-β-CD in saline)]
*Preparation of 20% SBE-β-CD in Saline (4°C,1 week): Dissolve 2 g SBE-β-CD in 10 mL saline to obtain a clear solution.
Injection Formulation 5: 2-Hydroxypropyl-β-cyclodextrin : Saline = 50 : 50 (i.e. 500 μL 2-Hydroxypropyl-β-cyclodextrin 500 μL Saline)
Injection Formulation 6: DMSO : PEG300 : castor oil : Saline = 5 : 10 : 20 : 65 (i.e. 50 μL DMSO 100 μLPEG300 200 μL castor oil 650 μL Saline)
Injection Formulation 7: Ethanol : Cremophor : Saline = 10: 10 : 80 (i.e. 100 μL Ethanol 100 μL Cremophor 800 μL Saline)
Injection Formulation 8: Dissolve in Cremophor/Ethanol (50 : 50), then diluted by Saline
Injection Formulation 9: EtOH : Corn oil = 10 : 90 (i.e. 100 μL EtOH 900 μL Corn oil)
Injection Formulation 10: EtOH : PEG300Tween 80 : Saline = 10 : 40 : 5 : 45 (i.e. 100 μL EtOH 400 μLPEG300 50 μL Tween 80 450 μL Saline)


Oral Formulations
Oral Formulation 1: Suspend in 0.5% CMC Na (carboxymethylcellulose sodium)
Oral Formulation 2: Suspend in 0.5% Carboxymethyl cellulose
Example: Take the Oral Formulation 1 (Suspend in 0.5% CMC Na) as an example, if 100 mL of 2.5 mg/mL working solution is to be prepared, you can first prepare 0.5% CMC Na solution by measuring 0.5 g CMC Na and dissolve it in 100 mL ddH2O to obtain a clear solution; then add 250 mg of the product to 100 mL 0.5% CMC Na solution, to make the suspension solution (2.5 mg/mL, ready for use in animals).
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Oral Formulation 3: Dissolved in PEG400
Oral Formulation 4: Suspend in 0.2% Carboxymethyl cellulose
Oral Formulation 5: Dissolve in 0.25% Tween 80 and 0.5% Carboxymethyl cellulose
Oral Formulation 6: Mixing with food powders


Note: Please be aware that the above formulations are for reference only. InvivoChem strongly recommends customers to read literature methods/protocols carefully before determining which formulation you should use for in vivo studies, as different compounds have different solubility properties and have to be formulated differently.

 (Please use freshly prepared in vivo formulations for optimal results.)
Preparing Stock Solutions 1 mg 5 mg 10 mg
1 mM 5.1214 mL 25.6069 mL 51.2138 mL
5 mM 1.0243 mL 5.1214 mL 10.2428 mL
10 mM 0.5121 mL 2.5607 mL 5.1214 mL

*Note: Please select an appropriate solvent for the preparation of stock solution based on your experiment needs. For most products, DMSO can be used for preparing stock solutions (e.g. 5 mM, 10 mM, or 20 mM concentration); some products with high aqueous solubility may be dissolved in water directly. Solubility information is available at the above Solubility Data section. Once the stock solution is prepared, aliquot it to routine usage volumes and store at -20°C or -80°C. Avoid repeated freeze and thaw cycles.

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Working concentration mg/mL;

Method for preparing DMSO stock solution mg drug pre-dissolved in μL DMSO (stock solution concentration mg/mL). Please contact us first if the concentration exceeds the DMSO solubility of the batch of drug.

Method for preparing in vivo formulation:Take μL DMSO stock solution, next add μL PEG300, mix and clarify, next addμL Tween 80, mix and clarify, next add μL ddH2O,mix and clarify.

(1) Please be sure that the solution is clear before the addition of next solvent. Dissolution methods like vortex, ultrasound or warming and heat may be used to aid dissolving.
             (2) Be sure to add the solvent(s) in order.

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