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Hydroxyurea, 98%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Hydroxyurea is used as an inhibitor of DNA synthesis and an anti-cancer drug. It is used as a precursor to prepare 1-hydroxy-5,6-dimethyl-1H-pyrimidine-2,4-dione via reaction with 2-methyl-3-oxo-butyric acid ethyl ester. It is used in the treatment of melanoma, resistant chronic myelocytic leukemia and recurrent metastatic or inoperable ovarian. It is also involved in reducing the rate of painful attacks in sickle-cell disease and has anti-retroviral properties in diseases such as AIDS.
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
Soluble in water, hot alcohol and dimethyl sulfoxide. Insoluble in ethanol and benzene.
Notes
Moisture sensitive. Store in cool place. Keep the container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.
Specifications
Melting Point
∽140°C (decomposition)
Assay Percent Range
98%
Quantity
5 g
Beilstein
1741548
Solubility Information
Soluble in water,hot alcohol and dimethyl sulfoxide. Insoluble in ethanol and benzene.
Formula Weight
76.06
Chemical Name or Material
Hydroxyurea
Hazard Category
H340-H360D
Precautionary Statement
P201-P202-P281-P308+P313-P501c
EINECSNumber
204-821-7
RTECSNumber
YT4900000
TSCA
No
Recommended Storage
Ambient temperatures
RUO – Research Use Only
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