Eflornithine Hydrochloride Hydrate
CAS 96020-91-6
C₆H₁₂F₂N₂O₂·HCl·H₂O
Chemicals
MW: 236.65 g/mol
Physical & Chemical Specifications
| Property | Specification | Test Method |
|---|
| Assay (HPLC) | ≥ 99.0% | HPLC (USP method) |
| Appearance | White crystalline powder | Visual |
| Specific Rotation [α]D²⁰ | −5.0° to +5.0° (1%, H₂O) | Polarimetry |
| Water Content (KF) | ≤ 9.0% | Karl Fischer |
| pH (1% solution) | 4.0–6.0 | pH meter |
| Heavy Metals (Pb) | ≤ 10 ppm | ICP-MS |
| Related Substances (HPLC) | ≤ 0.5% (any single impurity) | HPLC |
| Residual Solvents | Conforms to ICH Q3C Class 2 | GC-Headspace |
Typical Applications
- Pharmaceutical API – Human African Trypanosomiasis (HAT) treatment
- Cosmetic active – topical facial hair growth inhibitor (DFMO)
- Orphan drug & rare disease research
- Analytical reference standard
Packaging
1 g / 5 g / 25 g / 100 g sealed amber HDPE bottles or vials
Storage & Shelf Life
2–8°C, sealed, protected from moisture & light. Shelf life: 24 months.
All values are typical and may vary by lot. This TDS does not constitute a warranty.
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