Busulfan
Synonyms: Sulphabutin · Sulfabutin · Mablin · Mielucin
Busulfan (CAS 55-98-1) – Busulfan reference standard. C6H14O6S2, MW 246.3. Get a quote from Vaqora Chemicals, COA included, shipped worldwide.
About Busulfan
Busulfan is a high-purity reference standard of Busulfan carrying the CAS registry number 55-98-1. Its molecular formula is C6H14O6S2 and its molecular weight is 246.3 g/mol. Systematically, it is named 4-methylsulfonyloxybutyl methanesulfonate. It is also known as Sulphabutin or Sulfabutin.
It is supplied as a solid. Keep the vial tightly closed, protected from light and humidity, at the temperature stated on the Certificate of Analysis. Under GHS it is labelled “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.
As a reference sample of Busulfan, it is used for identification, assay and impurity-profiling work during analytical method development, validation (AMV) and routine QC. Buyers come mainly from pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.
Available in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs, Busulfan is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.
Typical applications
- Identification & assay
- Method development & validation
- QC reference material
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Busulfan impuritiesSpecifications & identifiers
| Product name | Busulfan |
|---|---|
| Catalogue No. | VQ-021940 |
| CAS Number | 55-98-1 |
| IUPAC name | 4-methylsulfonyloxybutyl methanesulfonate |
| Molecular formula | C6H14O6S2 |
| Molecular weight | 246.3 g/mol |
| Exact mass | 246.0232 |
| Grade | Reference Standard |
| HSN code | 38229090 |
| InChIKey | COVZYZSDYWQREU-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| SMILES | CS(=O)(=O)OCCCCOS(=O)(=O)C |
| PubChem CID | 2478 |
| Physical form | Solid |
|---|---|
| LogP (XLogP3) | -0.5 |
| H-bond donors / acceptors | 0 / 6 |
| TPSA | 104 Ų |
| Synonyms | Sulphabutin, Sulfabutin, Mablin, Mielucin, Mielevcin, 1,4-Dimesyloxybutane, 1,4-Butanediol, dimethanesulfonate, 1,4-Dimethanesulfonoxybutane, Tetramethylene dimethane sulfonate, 1,4-Dimethylsulfonyloxybutane, 1,4-Bis(methanesulfonoxy)butane, 1,4-Butanediol dimethylsulfonate |
Safety & hazard information (GHS)
Signal word: Danger
Hazard statements
H300Fatal if swallowedH301Toxic if swallowedH310Fatal in contact with skinH315Causes skin irritationH319Causes serious eye irritationH330Fatal if inhaledH335May cause respiratory irritationH340May cause genetic defectsH350May cause cancerH360May damage fertility or the unborn childH373May causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
Precautionary statements: P203, P260, P261, P262, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P280, P284, P301 + P316, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P316, P318, P319, P320, P321, P330, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P361 + P364, P362 + P364
Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the CAS number of Busulfan?
The CAS Registry Number of Busulfan is 55-98-1. It is also known as Sulphabutin, Sulfabutin, Mablin.
What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Busulfan?
Busulfan has the molecular formula C6H14O6S2 and a molecular weight of 246.3 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 4-methylsulfonyloxybutyl methanesulfonate.
What is Busulfan used for?
Busulfan is supplied as a characterised reference material related to Busulfan. It is used for analytical method development and validation (AMV), impurity profiling, stability studies and quality control, and in ANDA/DMF regulatory filings.
Which grade and pack sizes of Busulfan can I order?
We supply Busulfan in Reference Standard grade, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.
Do you provide a COA and SDS with Busulfan?
Yes. Every lot of Busulfan is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.
Can Busulfan be shipped internationally?
Yes. Busulfan is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.
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