Description

1-(2-Chloroethyl)-3-Cyclododecyl-1-Nitrosourea is a specialized nitrosourea derivative, a class of compounds known for their alkylating properties. This compound is valued for its role as a key intermediate in advanced organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research, particularly in the development of novel therapeutic agents. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and chemical manufacturers focused on oncology research, medicinal chemistry, and the synthesis of complex bioactive molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical building block in the research and development of alkylating chemotherapeutic agents.
• Medicinal Chemistry Research: Used in structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies to develop new drug candidates with targeted biological activity.
• Oncology Research: Employed in biochemical and pharmacological research to study mechanisms of DNA alkylation and cell cycle inhibition.
• Organic Synthesis: Acts as a specialized reagent for introducing the nitrosourea functional group into complex molecular architectures.
• Biochemical Tool Compound: Utilized in laboratory settings to investigate cellular responses to alkylating stress and DNA damage repair pathways.
• Reference Standard: Supplied as a high-purity compound for analytical method development and quality control in pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(2-Chloroethyl)-3-Cyclododecyl-1-Nitrosourea
CAS No.	13909-14-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₅H₂₈ClN₃O₂
Molecular Weight	317.85 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Cyclododecyl-1-(2-chloroethyl)-1-nitrosourea; NSC 178248; 1-Nitrosourea, 1-(2-chloroethyl)-3-cyclododecyl-; CCNU derivative; Cyclododecyl CCNU; 1-(2-Chloroethyl)-3-cyclododecylurea, 1-nitroso-; Chloroethylcyclododecylnitrosourea
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Quality Control

Our 1-(2-Chloroethyl)-3-Cyclododecyl-1-Nitrosourea is produced under controlled conditions to ensure high chemical purity and batch-to-batch consistency. Each lot undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and purity determination, to meet the stringent requirements of research and development applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to store the product under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term stability. Keep away from heat and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.