| Brand Name: | Xuanming |
| Model Number: | 59-05-2 |
| MOQ: | 1g |
| Price: | 50USD |
| Packaging Details: | foil bag |
| Payment Terms: | T/T |
Methotrexate (CAS 59-05-2) is a folic acid antagonist belonging to the antimetabolite class. It is widely used in pharmaceutical research and biochemical studies due to its ability to inhibit dihydrofolate reductase, thereby affecting DNA synthesis and cell proliferation.
It is commonly applied in oncology research, autoimmune mechanism studies, and pharmaceutical formulation development.
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Methotrexate |
| CAS Number | 59-05-2 |
| Molecular Formula | C20H22N8O5 |
| Molecular Weight | 454.44 g/mol |
| Appearance | Yellow to orange crystalline powder |
| Purity | ≥ 98% |
| Melting Point | 195–203°C |
| Solubility | Slightly soluble in water |
| Assay Method | HPLC |
| Heavy Metals | ≤ 10 ppm |
| Loss on Drying | ≤ 0.5% |
Methotrexate is a structural analogue of folic acid that competitively inhibits dihydrofolate reductase. This inhibition disrupts nucleotide synthesis and DNA replication, making it a key compound in biochemical and pharmaceutical research.
Store in a tightly sealed container in a cool, dry place. Protect from light and moisture to maintain stability and chemical integrity.
Each batch is analyzed by HPLC for purity, moisture content, and impurity profile to ensure consistent quality suitable for research applications.