Technical Data

M3101
CAS Number
59-05-2
Grade
Molecular Biology Grade
MDL Number
MFCD00064370
Molecular Formula
C20H22N8O5
Molecular Weight
454.45
EU Commodity Code
38220090
UN DOT Shipping
UN1544 PGIII
Shipping Temp
Blue Ice
Storage Temp
4°C
Methotrexate ((+)-Amethopterin, 4-Amino-10-methylpteroylglutamic Acid, Methylaminopterin, 4-Amino-10-methylfolic acid, MTX)
(+)-Amethopterin; Methylaminopterin; 4-Amino-10-methylfolic acid

Methotrexate is a folic acid antagonist and is classified medically as an antineoplastic and antirheumatic agent.

Melting Point
As reported
Solubility
As reported
Method for Determining Identity
Proton NMR (DMSO-d6) Spectroscopic and Mass Spectrometric Analysis
TLC Conditions
As reported
Specific Rotation
As reported
Elemental Analysis
As reported
Storage and Stability
May be stored at 4°C. Stable for 12 months after receipt.
Toxicity and Hazards
This product as supplied is intended for research use only, not for use in human, therapeutic or diagnostic applications without the expressed written authorization of United States Biological.
Toxicity and Hazards
All products should be handled by qualified personnel only, trained in laboratory procedures.
Source
Synthetic
Purity
~90%
Important Note
This product as supplied is intended for research use only, not for use in human, therapeutic or diagnostic applications without the expressed written authorization of United States Biological.

Intended for research use only. Not for use in human, therapeutic, or diagnostic applications.

References
Merck Index, 11th ed., p. 441, #2804 (1989).
USBio References
No references available
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