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Product Overview
Acyclovir (CAS 59277-89-3) is a synthetic nucleoside antiviral agent. It appears as white crystalline powder, odorless and slightly bitter. With strong selective antiviral activity and low toxicity, it is widely used in pharmaceutical production, clinical therapy and biomedical research. Produced via professional synthesis, purification and recrystallization processes, this product features high purity, low impurities and stable batch quality. For legitimate pharmaceutical production, medical use and scientific research only.
Product Features
- High Purity: ≥99.0% (HPLC), complies with pharmaceutical grade standards.
- Selective Antiviral Property: Mainly effective against herpes simplex virus and varicella-zoster virus.
- Good Stability: Maintains stable performance under regular storage conditions.
- Strict Quality Control: Full inspection for each batch; standard COA and MSDS are available upon request.
Physical & Chemical Properties
Physical Properties
- Appearance: White crystalline powder
- Odor: Odorless, slightly bitter taste
- Molecular Formula: C8H11N5O3
- Molecular Weight: 225.21
- Melting Point: 256 – 257 °C (decomposition)
- Solubility: Slightly soluble in water; sparingly soluble in dilute acid and alkali solutions; insoluble in ethanol, ether and chloroform
- Hygroscopicity: Slightly hygroscopic
- Light Sensitivity: Sensitive to strong light
Chemical Properties
- Chemical Stability: Stable in dry and sealed environment; decomposes under high temperature, intense light or extreme pH.
- Chemical Reactivity: Interferes with viral nucleic acid synthesis to inhibit virus replication.
- Acid-Base Character: Aqueous solution is nearly neutral.
- Incompatibility: Keep away from strong oxidants, concentrated acids, alkalis, high temperature and direct sunlight.
Applications
- Pharmaceutical Industry: Key API for manufacturing oral tablets, capsules, injections and topical antiviral preparations.
- Clinical Medicine: Used for treatment of herpes simplex infection, varicella and herpes zoster.
- Veterinary Medicine: Applied for antiviral treatment of animal viral diseases.
- Laboratory Research: Standard reagent for virology and pharmacology experiments.
Usage Restriction: For pharmaceutical synthesis, medical treatment and scientific research use only. Strictly forbidden for illegal processing and abuse.
Storage & Transportation Instructions
Storage Conditions
Store in a cool, dry, dark and well-ventilated warehouse. Keep containers tightly sealed against moisture and light. Store separately from oxidants, acids and alkalis. Recommended storage temperature: 10 – 25 °C. Reseal containers immediately after opening.
Transportation Requirements
This product is classified as non-hazardous goods. Use light-proof and moisture-proof sealed packaging. Avoid violent collision, extrusion, high temperature and rain during transit. Do not transport together with food, feed and daily necessities.
Operation Notes
Wear dust-proof mask, chemical-resistant gloves and safety goggles. Operate in a well-ventilated fume hood. Avoid inhalation of dust and direct contact with skin and eyes. Rinse thoroughly with plenty of clean water if contact occurs. Do not eat, drink or smoke in the working area.
Regulatory Information
EINECS Number: 261-685-4
HS Code: 2933599090
Complies with international pharmaceutical standards. Export products follow IATA and IMDG provisions. All transactions are limited to qualified pharmaceutical enterprises, medical institutions and research laboratories.
Full Product Parameter Table
| Item | Specification & Details |
| Product Name | Acyclovir |
| CAS NO. | 59277-89-3 |
| IUPAC Name | 2-Amino-9-((2-hydroxyethoxy)methyl)-1H-purin-6(9H)-one |
| Synonyms | Acycloguanosine; Zovirax |
| Molecular Formula | C8H11N5O3 |
| Molecular Weight | 225.21 |
| EINECS Number | 261-685-4 |
| UN Number | Non-hazardous goods |
| Hazard Class | Irritant |
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Purity | ≥99.0% (HPLC) |
| Water Content | ≤0.5% |
| Melting Point | 256 – 257 °C (decomposition) |
| Solubility | Slightly soluble in water; insoluble in ethanol, ether |
| HS Code | 2933599090 |
| Storage Temperature | 10 – 25 °C, sealed, dry & light-proof environment |
| Packing Specification | 1kg/aluminum foil bag, 25kg/fiber drum |
| Grade Standard | Pharmaceutical Grade |
| Application Scope | Antiviral API, clinical medicine, veterinary drug, research reagent |
| Validity Period | 24 Months under specified storage conditions |
