Molekula
Etoposide
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Etoposide is a semi-synthetic derivative of podophyllotoxin used as a chemotherapy agent to treat various cancers, including lung cancer and lymphomas. It functions as a topoisomerase II inhibitor, disrupting DNA replication in rapidly dividing cells. Available with CAS number 33419-42-0, molecular formula C29H32O13, and molecular weight 588.56 g/mol, it is stored at ambient temperature. This product is classified as Danger. Molekula supplies Etoposide 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 — £68.40 per pack ex VAT · £82.08 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Solid |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 236-251 °C |
| Solubility (other solvents) | Very soluble in methanol, chloroform; slightly soluble in ethanol, sparingly soluble in water |
| Vapour Pressure | 5.4 × 10⁻²³ mmHg at 25 °C (Estimated) |
| pKa | pKa = 9.8 |
| log P (octanol/water) | 0.60 |
Source: PubChem CID 36462 (HSDB)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 12487027 |
| CAS Number | 33419-42-0 |
| IUPAC Name | (5S,5aR,8aR,9R)-5-[[(2R,4aR,6R,7R,8R,8aS)-7,8-dihydroxy-2-methyl-4,4a,6,7,8,8a-hexahydropyrano[3,2-d][1,3]dioxin-6-yl]oxy]-9-(4-hydroxy-3,5-dimethoxyphenyl)-5a,6,8a,9-tetrahydro-5H-[2]benzofuro[6,5-f][1,3]benzodioxol-8-one |
| EC Number | 251-509-1 |
| Molecular Formula | C29H32O13 |
| Molecular Weight | 588.56 |
| Exact Mass | 588.1843 |
| SMILES | C[C@@H]1OC[C@@H]2[C@@H](O1)[C@@H]([C@H]([C@@H](O2)O[C@H]3[C@H]4COC(=O)[C@@H]4[C@@H](C5=CC6=C(C=C35)OCO6)C7=CC(=C(C(=C7)OC)O)OC)O)O |
| InChIKey | VJJPUSNTGOMMGY-MRVIYFEKSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C29H32O13/c1-11-36-9-20-27(40-11)24(31)25(32)29(41-20)42-26-14-7-17-16(38-10-39-17)6-13(14)21(22-15(26)8-37-28(22)33)12-4-18(34-2)23(30)19(5-12)35-3/h4-7,11,15,20-22,24-27,29-32H,8-10H2,1-3H3/t11-,15+,20-,21-,22+,24-,25-,26-,27-,29+/m1/s1 |
| PubChem CID | 36462 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 29389090 |
| Tariff Code | 2938909090 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
Hazard statements
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H350 May cause cancer
- H361 Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child
- H372 Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
- H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements
- P201 Obtain special instructions before use
- P263 Avoid contact during pregnancy/while nursing
- P273 Avoid release to the environment
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
- P309+311 IF exposed or you feel unwell: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, 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
- 4-Demethylepipodophyllotoxin beta-D-ethylideneglucoside
- Eposin
- Etoposido
- Etoposidum
- Lastet
- Sintopozid
- Toposar
- trans-Etoposide
- VePesid
- VP 16-213
Frequently asked questions
What is etoposide used for?
Etoposide is a chemotherapy medication used to treat certain types of cancer, including lung cancer, testicular cancer, and lymphomas.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of etoposide?
The chemical formula of etoposide is C29H32O13, and its molecular weight is 588.56 g/mol.
How should etoposide be stored?
Etoposide should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from light and moisture.
What grade of etoposide does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies etoposide in research grade, suitable for laboratory use.
Can Molekula supply etoposide in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can supply etoposide in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with an order of etoposide?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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