General

Synonyms: adenosine free base, 9-b-d-ribofuranosyl-9H-purin-6-amine, adenine riboside, adenocard, adenoscan, beta-adenosine, boniton, myocol, nucleocardyl, sandesin
Molecular formula: C₁₀H₁₃N₅O₄
CAS No: 58-61-7
EINECS No: 200-389-9

Physical data

Appearance: off-white crystalline powder
Melting point: 234 C
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Water solubility: appreciable

Stability

Stable. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.

Toxicology

May act as an irritant. Not hazardous according to directive 67/548/EC.

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IPR-MUS LD50 2500 mg kg^-1

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Transport information

Non-hazardous for air, sea and road freight.

Personal protection

Minimize exposure.

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