Pharma Reference Standard; Pharmaceutical/API Drug Impurities/Metabolites
API
Nitroso compounds
CAS Number
684-93-5
Alternate CAS Number
820-60-0
HS Code
29339900
Molecular formula
C₂H₅N₃O₂
Molecular Weight
103.08
Synonyms
1-Methyl-1-nitrosourea; MNU
Chemical Name
1-methyl-1-nitrosourea
Appearance
Off-White to Pale Beige Solid
Melting Point
85-87°C
Storage
Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place
Solubility
DMSO (Soluble), Methanol (Slightly), Pyridine (Sparingly), Water (Slightly, Heat
Stability
Explosive When Dry, Temperature Sensitive
Applications
Precursor of Diazomethane. It has a cytotoxicity effect.This product contains an undetermined amount of water.
Not a dangerous good if item is equal to or less than 1g/ml and there is less than 100g/ml in the package