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Leuprolide acetate
Leuprolide acetate is a synthetic peptide hormone used in the treatment of prostate cancer, endometriosis, and precocious puberty. It functions as a gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) agonist, suppressing hormone production. Available as a powder with a molecular formula of C59H84N16O12 · C2H4O2 and a molecular weight of 1269.40 g/mol. CAS number: 74381-53-6. Store at -15 to -20 °C. Signal word: Danger. Molekula supplies Leuprolide acetate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Overview
Leuprolide acetate is a synthetic peptide hormone used in the treatment of prostate cancer, endometriosis, and precocious puberty. It functions as a gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) agonist, suppressing hormone production. Available as a powder with a molecular formula of C59H84N16O12 · C2H4O2 and a molecular weight of 1269.40 g/mol. CAS number: 74381-53-6. Store at -15 to -20 °C. Signal word: Danger. Molekula supplies Leuprolide acetate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to Off-white powder |
| Purity | ≥ 97.5% (Peptide purity - HPLC) |
| Specific optical rotation | -38.0 to -42.0° |
| Any other single impurity | ≤ 1.0% (HPLC) |
| Total Impurities | ≤ 2.5% (HPLC) |
| Water Content (KF) | ≤ 5.0% |
| Acetic acid | 4.7 - 9.0% (HPLC) |
| Residual Solvents (dimethylformamide) | ≤ 0.088% (HPLC) |
| Residual Solvents (Acetonitrile) | ≤ 0.041% (HPLC) |
| Residual Solvents (Methylene dichloride) | ≤ 0.060% (HPLC) |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | -15 to -20 °C |
| Shelf Life | 24 months |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 74381-53-6 |
| Molecular Formula | C59H84N16O12 · C2H4O2 |
| Molecular Weight | 1269.40 |
| SMILES | CCNC(=O)[C@@H]1CCCN1C(=O)[C@H](CCCN=C(N)N)NC(=O)[C@H](CC(C)C)NC(=O)[C@@H](CC(C)C)NC(=O)[C@H](CC2=CC=C(C=C2)O)NC(=O)[C@H](CO)NC(=O)[C@H](CC3=CNC4=CC=CC=C43)NC(=O)[C@H](CC5=CN=CN5)NC(=O)[C@@H]6 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 2937.19.0000 |
| Tariff Code | 2937190000 |
Safety & GHS
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Explosive
GHS01
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Flammable
GHS02
Hazard statements
- H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
- H334 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled
- H360 May damage fertility or the unborn child
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
For research and industrial use only
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Pricing & pack sizes
Synonyms
No alternate names recorded for this product.
Frequently asked questions
What is leuprolide acetate used for?
Leuprolide acetate is a synthetic peptide used in the treatment of prostate cancer, endometriosis, and precocious puberty by suppressing gonadotropin release.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of leuprolide acetate?
The formula is C59H84N16O12 · C2H4O2 with a molecular weight of 1269.40 g/mol.
How should leuprolide acetate be stored?
It should be stored at temperatures between -15 and -20 °C to maintain stability and prevent degradation.
What grade of leuprolide acetate does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies leuprolide acetate in research-grade quality suitable for laboratory use.
Can Molekula supply leuprolide acetate in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply leuprolide acetate in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a leuprolide acetate order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and safety data sheet (SDS) for regulatory and safety compliance.
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