CAS Registry Number

CAS 56-25-7 — Cantharidin

Cantharidin is a potent blistering agent derived from blister beetles, historically used in traditional medicine and dermatological treatments for warts and skin conditions. It functions as a vesicant, inducing controlled blister formation through cellular disruption. This chemical has a CAS number of 56-25-7, with the molecular formula C10H12O4 and a molecular weight of 196.2. It is stored at ambient conditions but requires careful handling due to its hazardous nature, marked by a **Danger** signal word. Molekula supplies Cantharidin from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.