Vincristine

Synonym: 57-22-7; Vincristine; Leurocristine; Vinkristin; Vincrystine; leucristine; Vincristin; Rel-Vincristine

CAS Number: 57-22-7
Compound CID: 5978

Product Size

20 mg; 50 mg; 100 mg; 200 mg

Price

Datasheet

Datasheet

MSDS

MSDS

Properties

Description

Vincristine, a vinca alkaloid, used as an antineoplastic agent, can induce axonal degeneration by binding to tubulin, which disrupts fast axonal transport.

Molecular Formula

C₄₆H₅₆N₄O₁₀

Source

The phlox family Catharanthus roseus

Form

White needle crystal

Purity

>98%, determined by HPLC.

Solubility

It is soluble in chloroform, acetone and ethanol.

Identity

Confirmed by NMR and MS.

Melting Point

211-216°C

Applications

Vincristine can be used to research acute leukemia, especially childhood acute leukemia.

Safety Information

Personal Protective Equipment

Gloves, eyeshields, N95 mask