88617-48-5

Basic information

• Product Name: ethyl (E)-N-{4-[bis(2-chloroethyl)amino]benzylidene}leucinate
• CAS NO: 88617-48-5
• Molecular Formula: C₁₉H₂₈Cl₂N₂O₂
• Molecular Weight: 387.3438
• Mol File: 88617-48-5.mol
• Article Data: 1

Chemical Properties

• Boiling Point: 481.5°C at 760 mmHg
• Flash Point: 245°C
• Density: 1.12g/cm³
• Vapor Pressure: 1.99E-09mmHg at 25°C
• Refractive Index: 1.523
• CAS DataBase Reference: ethyl (E)-N-{4-[bis(2-chloroethyl)amino]benzylidene}leucinate(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: ethyl (E)-N-{4-[bis(2-chloroethyl)amino]benzylidene}leucinate(88617-48-5)
• EPA Substance Registry System: ethyl (E)-N-{4-[bis(2-chloroethyl)amino]benzylidene}leucinate(88617-48-5)

Safety Data

• Hazardous Substances Data: 88617-48-5(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

General Description

Ethyl (E)-N-{4-[bis(2-chloroethyl)amino]benzylidene}leucinate is a chemical compound often used as a component in chemotherapy drugs. It is a derivative of the amino acid leucine and contains a benzylidene group attached to the amino acid molecule. The compound also contains two 2-chloroethyl groups, which are known for their alkylating properties that can damage the DNA of cancer cells. This makes ethyl (E)-N-{4-[bis(2-chloroethyl)amino]benzylidene}leucinate a valuable ingredient in cancer treatment drugs, particularly those targeting solid tumors. The compound’s chemical structure and properties make it an important tool in the fight against cancer.

Relevant articles and documents

ETHYL N-BENZYLLEUCINATE NITROGEN MUSTARD.

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