General

Synonyms: 1-beta-d-arabinofuranosylcytosine monohydrochloride, aracytidine hydrochloride, cytosine arabinoside hydrochloride, ARA-C, CA, cycloside, iretin, cytosar hydrochloride, MSC 63878, U19920
Use: anti-viral agent
Molecular formula: C₉H₁₃N₃O₅ HCl
CAS No: 69-74-9
EC No:

Physical data

Appearance: white powder
Melting point: 180 - 182 C
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Water solubility: appreciable
 

Stability

Stable. Combustible. Incompatible with strong oxidising agents.

Toxicology

Eye irritant. May act as a skin or respiratory irritant.

Toxicity data
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ORL-MUS LD50 826 mg kg^-1
SCU-MUS LD50 2262 mg kg^-1
IPR-RAT LD50 5500 mg kg^-1
IVN-DOG LD50 172 mg kg^-1

Risk phrases
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R36.

Transport information

Personal protection

Minimise contact.

Safety phrases
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