Carmustine
Carmustine (BCNU) is a non-specific alkylating agent used in cancer research. It is widely applied in vitro and in vivo for studying gliomas, lymphomas, and other malignancies, where it induces DNA cross-linking and apoptosis.
Product Specifications
CAS Number
154-93-8
Product Name Alternative
Carmubris, Carmustine, BCNU, BiCNU, bis-chloroethylnitrosourea, DNA Alkylator/Crosslinker, DNA Alkylator, DNA Alkylation, DNAAlkylation, DNAAlkylator, Crosslinker, Nitrumon, inhibit, Inhibitor, Gliadel
Field of Research
Molecular Biology, Pharmacology & Drug Discovery
Purity
98.00% (May vary between batches)
Solubility
10% DMSO+40% PEG300+5% Tween 80+45% Saline:2 mg/mL (9.34 mM) ; DMSO:62.5 mg/mL (291.99 mM)
Smiles
N (C (NCCCl) =O) (CCCl) N=O
Molecular Formula
C5H9Cl2N3O2
Molecular Weight
214.05
Storage Conditions
-20°C
Notes
For research use only.
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