
CAS : 7689-03-4
UN# : UN1544
MDL : MFCD00081076
Hazard Class : 6.1
Packing Group : III
Other name :
(S)-(+)-Camptothecin
Chemical Properties
Formula : C20H16N2O4
Formula weight : 348.35
Melting Point : 260° dec.
Sensitivity : Keep Cold.
Form : Powder
Solubility : Soluble in dimethyl sulfoxide, 0.1N sodium hydroxide and acetic acid. Insoluble in water.
Applications
Camptothecin is used as a cytotoxic antitumor agent that inhibits topoisomerase I.Camptothecin shows remarkable anticancer activity based on preliminary clinical trials. Its analogues are used in cancer chemotherapy. Cyclodextrin-based polymer containing camptothecin is used in the investigational anti-cancer drug study.
Grade Specifications
GHS Hazard and Precautionary Statements
Hazard Statements : H301Toxic if swallowed.
Precautionary Statements : P264-P270-P301+P310-P321-P405-P501aWash thoroughly after handling.Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.Specific treatment (see label).Store locked up.Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.
Other References :
Beilstein : 631069Merck : 14,1735
UN# : UN1544
| Pakage | 1g, 250mg, 5g |
|---|---|
| brand | Alfa Aesar |




