Molekula
Docetaxel
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Docetaxel is a semi-synthetic taxane chemotherapy agent used in the treatment of various cancers, including breast, lung, and prostate cancer. It functions by stabilizing microtubules and inhibiting cell division. Available with CAS number 114977-28-5, molecular formula C43H53NO14, and molecular weight 807.88 g/mol, it requires storage at 2 to 8 °C. The substance carries a warning signal word due to its toxicity. Molekula supplies Docetaxel from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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100 mg — £62.10 per pack ex VAT · £74.52 inc. VAT
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500 mg — £155.60 per pack ex VAT · £186.72 inc. VAT
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1 g — £249.20 per pack ex VAT · £299.04 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to off-white powder |
| Water | 0.43% |
| Heavy metals | 30ppm max |
| Identification | HPLC: Conforms, IR: Conforms |
| Acetone | 0.39% |
| Specification | Conforms to EP6 |
| Assay | 100.8% |
| Sulphated Ash | 0.06% |
| UV Absorbance | Lambda max: 233.4nm |
| Dichloromethane | 0.01% |
| Methanol | Not detected |
| Specific optical rotation | -47.5 deg |
| Ethyl acetate | 0.01% |
| Related Impurities | Sum of impurities: 0.27%, Other single impurity: 0.06%, A: 0.06%, B:0.03%, C: 0.05% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | 2 to 8 °C |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 232 °C |
Source: PubChem CID 148124 (DrugBank)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 75180981 |
| CAS Number | 114977-28-5 |
| IUPAC Name | [(1S,2S,3R,4S,7R,9S,10S,12R,15S)-4-acetyloxy-1,9,12-trihydroxy-15-[(2R,3S)-2-hydroxy-3-[(2-methylpropan-2-yl)oxycarbonylamino]-3-phenylpropanoyl]oxy-10,14,17,17-tetramethyl-11-oxo-6-oxatetracyclo[11.3.1.03,10.04,7]heptadec-13-en-2-yl] benzoate |
| Molecular Formula | C43H53NO14 |
| Molecular Weight | 807.88 |
| Exact Mass | 807.3466 |
| SMILES | CC1=C2[C@H](C(=O)[C@@]3([C@H](C[C@@H]4[C@]([C@H]3[C@@H]([C@@](C2(C)C)(C[C@@H]1OC(=O)[C@@H]([C@H](C5=CC=CC=C5)NC(=O)OC(C)(C)C)O)O)OC(=O)C6=CC=CC=C6)(CO4)OC(=O)C)O)C)O |
| InChIKey | ZDZOTLJHXYCWBA-VCVYQWHSSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C43H53NO14/c1-22-26(55-37(51)32(48)30(24-15-11-9-12-16-24)44-38(52)58-39(3,4)5)20-43(53)35(56-36(50)25-17-13-10-14-18-25)33-41(8,34(49)31(47)29(22)40(43,6)7)27(46)19-28-42(33,21-54-28)57-23(2)45/h9-18,26-28,30-33,35,46-48,53H,19-21H2,1-8H3,(H,44,52)/t26-,27-,28+,30-,31+,32+,33-,35-,41+,42-,43+/m0/s1 |
| PubChem CID | 148124 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 29329970 |
| Tariff Code | 2932990090 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
Hazard statements
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H334 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled
- H341 Suspected of causing genetic defects
- H360 May damage fertility or the unborn child
- H362 May cause harm to breast-fed children
- H372 Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P263 Avoid contact during pregnancy/while nursing
- 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
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Russian, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Synonyms
- BEIZRAY
- Docefrez
- Docetaxel Accord
- Docetaxel anhydrous
- Docetaxel Kabi
- DOCETAXEL MYLAN
- Docetaxel Teva
- DOCETAXEL TEVA PHARMA
- Docetaxel Winthrop
- Taxotere
Frequently asked questions
What is Docetaxel used for?
Docetaxel is a chemotherapy medication used to treat various cancers, including breast, lung, and prostate cancer.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Docetaxel?
The chemical formula of Docetaxel is C43H53NO14, and its molecular weight is 807.88 g/mol.
How should Docetaxel be stored?
Docetaxel should be stored at 2 to 8 °C and protected from light.
What grade of Docetaxel does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies Docetaxel in research grade, suitable for laboratory use.
Can Molekula supply Docetaxel in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply Docetaxel in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for details.
What documentation comes with a Docetaxel order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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