F5275-45

5-Fluorouracil (5-FU), USP

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SKU:: F5275-45
Molecular Weight:: 130.08
Purity:: 98-102% (HPLC)
Storage Conditions:: -20°C
Supplier:: United States Biological
CAS Number:: 51-21-8
Format:: White crystalline powder
Extra Details:: A potent antineoplastic agent in clinical use. Also an inhibitor of DNA synthesis. 5-Fluoro Uracil is is an DNA/RNA synthesis inhibitor. It is used as a potent antitumor agent since it interrupts nucleotide synthetic by inhibiting thymidylate synthase. Synonyms: 5-Fluoro-2,4(1H,3H)pyrimidinedione; 2,4-Dihydroxy-5-fluoropyrimidine; 5-FU; 5-Fluoropyrimidine-2,4-diol; Adrucil; Arumel; Carac; Fluoroplex; Fluorouracil; Flurablastin; Queroplex; Ro 2-9757; Timazin; U 8953; Ulup; Flucytosine EP Impurity A; 5-FU CAS No: 51-21-8 Molecular Formula: C₄H₃FN₂O₂ Molecular Weight: 130.08 Appearance: White crystalline powder Purity: 98-102% (HPLC) Melting Point: 262-265°C (dec.) (lit) Heavy Metals: ≤0.002% Infrared Spectrum: Conforms to reference Loss on Drying: ≤0.5% Residue on Ignition: ≤0.1% Fluorine: 13.9-15% Identity: To 5ml of solution (1:100), add 1ml of bromide water TS. The bromide color is discharged. Storage and Stability: May be stored at RT for short-term only. Long-term storage is recommended at -20°C. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial prior to removing the cap. Warning: Highly toxic!