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5,6-Dichloro-1-β-D-ribofuranosylbenzimidazole

Also known as: DRB, 5,6-Dichlorobenzimidazole riboside, 5,6-Dichloro-1-β-D-ribofuranosyl-1H-benzimidazole, 1-β-D-Ribofuranosyl-5,6-dichlorobenzimidazole, NSC 401575

5,6-Dichloro-1-β-D-ribofuranosylbenzimidazole (CAS 53-85-0) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C12H12Cl2N2O4 and a molecular weight of 319.141 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 222-224ºC, a boiling point of 606.2±65.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.8±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 320.4±34.3 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
53-85-0
Jingsj CID
J-33839-6
Molecular Formula
C12H12Cl2N2O4
Molecular Weight
319.141 g/mol
Category
Pharma Intermediates
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point222-224ºC
Boiling Point606.2±65.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.8±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point320.4±34.3 °C
Exact Mass318.017426
PSA87.74000
LogP2.05
Vapor Pressure0.0±1.8 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.750
Storage Conditions−20°C
Additional PropertySoluble in DMSO to 75mMSoluble in dimethyl sulfoxide, hot ethanol, dimethyl formamide, (1:2) dimethyl formamide:Phosphate buffer saline, water, methanol and pyridine. Slightly soluble in aqueous buffers.

Activity & Biological Data

Additional Information[1]. Zandomeni RO. Kinetics of inhibition by 5,6-dichloro-1-beta-D-ribofuranosylbenzimidazole on calf thymus casein kinase II. Biochem J. 1989 Sep 1;262(2):469-73. [2]. Yankulov K, et al. The transcriptional elongation inhibitor 5,6-dichloro-1-beta-D-ribofuranosylbenzimidazole inhibits transcription factor IIH-associated protein kinase. J Biol Chem. 1995 Oct 13;270(41):23922-5. [3]. Rickert P, et al. Cyclin C/CDK8 and cyclin H/CDK7/p36 are biochemically distinct CTD kinases. Oncogene. 1999 Jan 28;18(4):1093-102. [4]. Schang LM. Cyclin-dependent kinases as cellular targets for antiviral drugs. J Antimicrob Chemother. 2002 Dec;50(6):779-92. [5]. te Poele RH, et al. RNA synthesis block by 5, 6-dichloro-1-beta-D-ribofuranosylbenzimidazole (DRB) triggers p53-dependent apoptosis in human colon carcinoma cells. Oncogene. 1999 Oct 14;18(42):5765-72.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 5,6-Dichloro-1-β-D-ribofuranosylbenzimidazole?

The CAS number of 5,6-Dichloro-1-β-D-ribofuranosylbenzimidazole is 53-85-0.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 5,6-Dichloro-1-β-D-ribofuranosylbenzimidazole?

5,6-Dichloro-1-β-D-ribofuranosylbenzimidazole has molecular formula C12H12Cl2N2O4 and molecular weight 319.141 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 5,6-Dichloro-1-β-D-ribofuranosylbenzimidazole?

For 5,6-Dichloro-1-β-D-ribofuranosylbenzimidazole, Upstream Products: 5,6-Dichloro-1H-benzo[d]imidazole, 4,5-Dichloro-1,2-benzenediamine, 5,6-dichloro-1,3-dihydro-2H-benzimidazole-2-thione.

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