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Flucytosine (5-Fluorocytosine)
Flucytosine (5-Fluorocytosine) is an antifungal medication used to treat serious fungal infections, particularly those caused by Candida and Cryptococcus species. It functions by inhibiting fungal DNA and RNA synthesis. Available in powder form with a molecular formula of C4H4FN3O, a molecular weight of 129.09 g/mol, and a CAS number of 2022-85-7. Store at 2 to 8 °C. Signal word: Warning. Molekula supplies Flucytosine from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Overview
Flucytosine (5-Fluorocytosine) is an antifungal medication used to treat serious fungal infections, particularly those caused by Candida and Cryptococcus species. It functions by inhibiting fungal DNA and RNA synthesis. Available in powder form with a molecular formula of C4H4FN3O, a molecular weight of 129.09 g/mol, and a CAS number of 2022-85-7. Store at 2 to 8 °C. Signal word: Warning. Molekula supplies Flucytosine from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to off-white powder |
| Heavy metals | ≤ 0.05% |
| Loss on Drying | ≤ 1.5% |
| Solubility | Sparingly soluble in water: Slightly soluble in alcohol |
| Assay | 98.5 to 101.0% |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤ 0.1% |
| Total Impurities | ≤ 0.5% |
| Fluorouracil | ≤ 0.1% |
| Cytosine | ≤ 0.1% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | 2 to 8 °C |
| Shelf Life | 24 months |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 2022-85-7 |
| Molecular Formula | C4H4FN3O |
| Molecular Weight | 129.09 |
| SMILES | O=C1N=CC(F)=C(N)N1 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 29335995 |
| Tariff Code | 2933599590 |
Safety & GHS
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Flammable
GHS02
Hazard statements
- H361 Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child
Precautionary statements
- P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P281 Use personal protective equipment as required
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
- P405 Store locked up
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 Flucytosine used for?
Flucytosine is an antifungal medication used to treat serious fungal infections, particularly those caused by Candida and Cryptococcus species.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Flucytosine?
The chemical formula is C4H4FN3O and the molecular weight is 129.09 g/mol.
How should Flucytosine be stored?
Flucytosine should be stored at 2 to 8 °C and protected from light and moisture.
What grade of Flucytosine does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies Flucytosine in research-grade purity suitable for laboratory use.
Can Molekula supply Flucytosine in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply Flucytosine in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a Flucytosine order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and safety data sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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