Gemcitabine

Gemcitabine

Product Details:

  • Molecular Weight 263.20 g/mol
  • Poisonous Non-poisonous when handled appropriately; hazardous in case of mishandling,
  • Structural Formula CN1C=NC(=C1C2C(C(C(O2)CO)F)F)N
  • Loss on Drying ≤1.5%
  • Heavy Metal (%) ≤0.001%
  • Smell Odorless,
  • Molecular Formula C9H11F2N3O4
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Gemcitabine Product Specifications

  • CN1C=NC(=C1C2C(C(C(O2)CO)F)F)N
  • Used in the treatment of various cancers specifically pancreatic lung bladder and breast cancer
  • ≤1.5%
  • 22-Difluorodeoxycytidine
  • ≤0.001%
  • 263.20 g/mol
  • Non-poisonous when handled appropriately; hazardous in case of mishandling
  • Antineoplastic Agent
  • C9H11F2N3O4
  • White
  • Not applicable (decomposes before boiling)
  • Odorless
  • 95058-81-4
  • 5.0-7.0 (1% aqueous solution)
  • Gemcitabine
  • 619-005-6
  • 29349990
  • 2 years from the date of manufacturing
  • White or off-white powder
  • 98-99%
  • Slightly soluble in water; practically insoluble in ethanol and acetone
  • 270-275°C (decomposes)
  • Pharmaceutical Grade
  • Solid
  • Micronized grade with particle size ≤10 µm
  • Store at 2-8°C in a dry tightly sealed container protected from light

Product Description



Gemcitabine is a high-purity antineoplastic agent, specifically tailored for the treatment of multiple types of cancer, including pancreatic, lung, bladder, and breast cancers. This pharmaceutical-grade compound appears as a white or off-white micronized solid powder, boasting a particle size of 10 m and a purity level of 98-99%. With a molecular formula of C9H11F2N3O4 and a structural formula of CN1C=NC(=C1C2C(C(C(O2)CO)F)F)N, Gemcitabine possesses exceptional stability when stored in a dry, tightly sealed container at temperatures between 2-8C, protected from light. Slightly soluble in water and practically insoluble in ethanol and acetone, it operates optimally within a pH range of 5.0-7.0 in a 1% aqueous solution. The product decomposes before boiling and has a melting point of 270-275C. It is non-poisonous under appropriate handling but hazardous in case of mishandling. Loss on drying is limited to 1.5%, and heavy metal content does not exceed 0.001%. This odorless solid is designed to meet stringent pharmaceutical requirements, ensuring reliable performance in oncological applications. Offering a shelf life of 2 years, Gemcitabine is trusted for its effectiveness in cancer treatment.

FAQs of Gemcitabine:


Q: What is the primary usage of Gemcitabine?

A: Gemcitabine is primarily used in the treatment of various cancers, including pancreatic, lung, bladder, and breast cancers.

Q: How should Gemcitabine be stored?

A: Gemcitabine should be stored at 2-8C in a dry, tightly sealed container protected from light.

Q: What is the purity level of Gemcitabine?

A: Gemcitabine has a purity level of 98-99%.

Q: Is Gemcitabine hazardous?

A: Gemcitabine is non-poisonous when handled appropriately; however, it can be hazardous if mishandled.

Q: What is the solubility of Gemcitabine?

A: Gemcitabine is slightly soluble in water and practically insoluble in ethanol and acetone.

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