Chemical Name: Cytarabine
Synonyms: 1-beta-d-arabinosylcytosine; beta-arabinosylcytosine; cytarabinoside; Arabinoside C; Cytarabine (Ara-C)
CAS No.: 147-94-4
Molecular Formula: C9H13N3O5
Molecular Weight: 243.22
Appearance: White crystalline powder
Cytarabine CAS 147-94-4
Description
Cytarabine Details
Chemical Name: Cytarabine
Synonyms: 1-beta-d-arabinosylcytosine; beta-arabinosylcytosine; cytarabinoside; Arabinoside C; Cytarabine (Ara-C)
CAS No.: 147-94-4
Molecular Formula: C9H13N3O5
Molecular Weight: 243.22
Molecular Structure:
Appearance: White crystalline powder
Typical Properties
| Solubility | H2O: 50 mg/mL, clear, colorless |
| Density | 1.3686 (rough estimate) |
| Melting point | 214 °C |
| Appearance | Crystal |
| Colour | White |
| Storage conditions | 2-8°C |
Cytarabine Usage
Ara-C inserts into DNA and inhibits DNA replication by forming a complex with topoisomerase I, leading to DNA cleavage. Cannot inhibit RNA synthesis. Anti-leukemia substances, used for various types of acute leukemia.
Packaging and Shipping
Packing: 25KG/Drum
Cytarabine Storage
Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Store in cool place.
The warehouse is ventilated and dried at low temperatures; and stored separately from food raw materials.