Zidovudine

Name: Zidovudine
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-024047

About Zidovudine

Zidovudine is a high-purity reference standard of Zidovudine carrying the CAS registry number 30516-87-1. Its molecular formula is C10H13N5O4 and its molecular weight is 267.24 g/mol. The IUPAC name is 1-[(2R,4S,5S)-4-azido-5-(hydroxymethyl)oxolan-2-yl]-5-methylpyrimidine-2,4-dione. Common synonyms include Azidothymidine and 3'-Azido-3'-deoxythymidine.

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.

Laboratories use this Zidovudine standard for identity and assay testing, system suitability checks and method validation supporting ANDA and DMF filings. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Zidovudine in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Identification & assay
Method development & validation
QC reference material

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Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Zidovudine
Catalogue No.	VQ-024047
CAS Number	30516-87-1
IUPAC name	1-[(2R,4S,5S)-4-azido-5-(hydroxymethyl)oxolan-2-yl]-5-methylpyrimidine-2,4-dione
Molecular formula	C₁₀H₁₃N₅O₄
Molecular weight	267.24 g/mol
Exact mass	267.0968
Grade	Reference Standard
HSN code	38229090
InChIKey	HBOMLICNUCNMMY-XLPZGREQSA-N
SMILES	CC1=CN(C(=O)NC1=O)[C@H]2C[C@@H]([C@H](O2)CO)N=[N+]=[N-]
PubChem CID	35370

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
H-bond donors / acceptors	2 / 6
TPSA	93.2 Å²
Synonyms	Azidothymidine, 3'-Azido-3'-deoxythymidine, Thymidine, 3'-azido-3'-deoxy-, Compound S, BW A509U, zidovudin, BW-A-509U, 3'-Deoxy-3'-azidothymidine, BW-A509U, DRG-0004, 3'-azt

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Health hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H341Suspected of causing genetic defects
H350May cause cancer
H351Suspected of causing cancer
H361Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child
H372Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure

Precautionary statements: P203, P260, P264, P270, P280, P318, P319, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Zidovudine?

The CAS Registry Number of Zidovudine is 30516-87-1. It is also known as Azidothymidine, 3'-Azido-3'-deoxythymidine, Thymidine, 3'-azido-3'-deoxy-.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Zidovudine?

Zidovudine has the molecular formula C10H13N5O4 and a molecular weight of 267.24 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 1-[(2R,4S,5S)-4-azido-5-(hydroxymethyl)oxolan-2-yl]-5-methylpyrimidine-2,4-dione.

What is Zidovudine used for?

Zidovudine is supplied as a characterised reference material related to Zidovudine. 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 Zidovudine can I order?

We supply Zidovudine 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 Zidovudine?

Yes. Every lot of Zidovudine 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 Zidovudine be shipped internationally?

Yes. Zidovudine 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.