Synonyms: fluorouracil, 5-FU, FU, 5-fluoro-2,4(1H,3H)-pyrimidinedione, timazin, adrucil, carzonal, efudex, efudix, fluoroblastin, queroplex, many other trade names.
Use: Anti-cancer drug
Molecular formula: C₄H₃FN₂O₂
CAS No: 51-21-8
EINECS No: 200-085-6

Physical data

Appearance: white crystals or powder
Melting point: ca. 280 C (decomposes) [sublimes at ca. 195 C]
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Stability

Stable. Light sensitive. Combustible. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents, strong bases.

Toxicology

Harmful by ingestion, may be harmful by inhalation or through skin contact. Experimental mutagen in laboratory animals. May cause reproductive disorders. Suspected human carcinogen. May cause systemic effects. Irritant.

Toxicity data
(The meaning of any abbreviations which appear in this section is given here.)
IPN-RAT LD50 230 mg kg^-1
ORL-MUS LD50 115 mg kg^-1
ORL-HMN LDLO 450 mg kg^-1 / 30d
ORL-RAT LD50 230 mg kg^-1
IVN-RAT LD50 245 mg kg^-1
SCN-MUS LD50 169 mg kg^-1

Risk phrases
(The meaning of any risk phrases which appear in this section is given here.)
R22 R40 R47.

Transport information

Personal protection

Safety glasses, adequate ventilation.

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