CAS No. 78186-34-2

Batch: Purity:99.4
Bisantrene (CS1) Chemical Structure
Chemical Structure
Check the Bisantrene (CS1) product page for in-depth specifications, including solubility, stock solutions, MOA, and working concentrations.

Chemical Information

IUPAC Name N-[(E)-[10-[(E)-(4,5-dihydro-1H-imidazol-2-ylhydrazinylidene)methyl]anthracen-9-yl]methylideneamino]-4,5-dihydro-1H-imidazol-2-amine
CAS Number 78186-34-2
Molecular Formula

C22H22N8

Molecular Weight (MW) 398.46
InChIKey NJSMWLQOCQIOPE-OCHFTUDZSA-N

Ordering Information

Biological Activity

Bisantrene (CS1) is a potent and selective FTO inhibitor and anthracene derivative possessing anti-tumor activity. By inhibiting the m6A RNA demethylase activity of FTO, Bisantrene alters m6A RNA modifications, suppressing cancer stem cell self-renewal and downregulating immune evasion pathways. This targeted inhibition disrupts leukemic cell survival and enhances anti-tumor immune responses, demonstrating broad therapeutic potential in hematologic malignancies and solid tumors.

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Solubility

Batch:
All in vitro solubility values are batch-tested experimental data (non-literature values).
Solvent Solubility & Note
0.1MHCl 15 mg/mL
DMSO 3 mg/mL (7.52 mM) ; Warmed with 60°C water bath ; Ultrasonicated
(Moisture-contaminated DMSO may reduce solubility. Use fresh, anhydrous DMSO.)
Water Insoluble
FAQ
Q: Why does a DMSO stock precipitate in media/saline?
A: It is caused by unheated aqueous media (supersaturation), local solvent shock, or incorrect mixing sequence.
How to fix it?
  • Preheat media/saline to 37°C.
  • Mix rapidly (pipette/vortex) upon addition.
  • For complex mixes, always add the aqueous phase last.
  • Re-dissolve minor precipitates with a 37°C water bath and sonication (≤30 min).
Note: Technical data last updated: Sep 1, 2026.