Molekula
Lomustine
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Lomustine is a nitrosourea alkylating agent used primarily as a chemotherapy drug to treat brain tumors, such as glioblastoma multiforme, and Hodgkin’s lymphoma. It works by damaging DNA to inhibit cancer cell growth. This white to off-white crystalline powder has a CAS number of 13010-47-4, molecular formula C9H16ClN3O2, and a molecular weight of 233.70. It requires storage at -15 to -20°C and carries a **Danger** signal word due to its hazardous properties. Molekula supplies Lomustine from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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250 mg — £62.10 per pack ex VAT · £74.52 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Yellow crystalline powder |
| Melting Point | 89 - 91°C |
| Loss on Drying | ≤1.0% |
| Solubility | Practically insoluble in water, freely soluble in acetone and in methylene chloride, soluble in alcohol (96%) |
| Content | 98.5 - 101.5% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | -15 to -20 °C |
| Transport Class | 6.1 |
| Packing Group | III |
| Acidity | Acid |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Yellow powder |
| Melting Point | 90 °C |
| Solubility (other solvents) | Soluble in ethanol |
| log P (octanol/water) | 2.83 |
Source: PubChem CID 3950 (HSDB)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 89981121 |
| CAS Number | 13010-47-4 |
| IUPAC Name | 1-(2-chloroethyl)-3-cyclohexyl-1-nitrosourea |
| EC Number | 235-859-2 |
| Molecular Formula | C9H16ClN3O2 |
| Molecular Weight | 233.70 |
| Exact Mass | 233.0931 |
| SMILES | C1CCC(CC1)NC(=O)N(CCCl)N=O |
| InChIKey | GQYIWUVLTXOXAJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C9H16ClN3O2/c10-6-7-13(12-15)9(14)11-8-4-2-1-3-5-8/h8H,1-7H2,(H,11,14) |
| PubChem CID | 3950 |
| UN Number | UN2811 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 29299050 |
| Tariff Code | 2929909090 |
Safety & GHS
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Toxic
GHS06
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
Hazard statements
- H301 Toxic if swallowed
- H340 May cause genetic defects
- H350 May cause cancer
- H360 May damage fertility or the unborn child
- H370 Causes damage to organs
- H372 Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
Precautionary statements
- P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces - No smoking
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P264 Wash thoroughly after handling
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, English (US), French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- 1-(2-Chloroethyl)-3-cyclohexyl-1-nitrosourea
- Belustine
- CCNU
- Cecenu
- CeeNU
- Chloroethylcyclohexylnitrosourea
- CINU
- Lomustina
- N-(2-Chloroethyl)-N'-cyclohexyl-N-nitrosourea
- Urea, N-(2-chloroethyl)-N'-cyclohexyl-N-nitroso-
Frequently asked questions
What is lomustine (CCNU) primarily used for?
Lomustine is primarily used as an alkylating chemotherapy agent for treating brain tumors (e.g., glioblastoma multiforme) and Hodgkin’s lymphoma.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of lomustine?
The chemical formula is **C₉H₁₆ClN₃O₂**, and the molecular weight is **233.70 g/mol**.
What safety classification does lomustine fall under, and how should it be handled?
Lomustine is classified with the **signal word 'Danger'** due to its high toxicity—handle only in a **fume hood** with proper PPE, including gloves and respirators.
What storage conditions are required for lomustine, and why?
Lomustine must be stored at **-15 to -20°C** to maintain stability, as it degrades at higher temperatures.
Does Molekula supply lomustine in bulk quantities, and what grades are available?
Molekula supplies **pharmaceutical-grade lomustine** in bulk; please contact us for minimum order quantities and packaging options.
What documentation is provided with a lomustine order?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, **Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)**, and **batch-specific documentation** for traceability.
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