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Clofarabine (CAS 123318-82-1)

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Alternate Names:
(2R,3R,4S,5R)-5-(6-Amino-2-chloropurin-9-yl)-4-fluoro-2-(hydroxymethyl)oxolan-3-ol 2-chloro-2′′-arabino-fluoro-2′′-deoxyadenosine
Application:
Clofarabine is a ribonucleotide reductase and DNA polymerase inhibitor
CAS Number:
123318-82-1
Purity:
≥99%
Molecular Weight:
303.7
Molecular Formula:
C10H11ClFN5O3
Supplemental Information:
This is classified as a Dangerous Good for transport and may be subject to additional shipping charges.
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
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Clofarabine is a purine nucleoside analogue that is a lipophilic derivative of 2-Chloro-2'-deoxyadenosine (sc-202399). The advantage to using this compound compared to 2-Chloro-2'-deoxyadenosine is the increased stability of the acid. Studies suggest that Clofarabine contains the best qualities of Fludarabine (sc-204755) and 2-Chloro-2'-deoxyadenosine, with increased resistance to deamination and phosphorolysis. The compound functions by inhibiting intracellular ribonucleotide reductase and DNA polymerase, which suppresses DNA replication. Furthermore, Clofarabine displays greater affinity towards dCK (deoxycytidine kinase, dCyd), an enzyme essential in nucleoside phosphorylation.


Clofarabine (CAS 123318-82-1) References

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Product NameCatalog #UNITPriceQtyFAVORITES

Clofarabine, 10 mg

sc-278864
10 mg
$185.00

Clofarabine, 50 mg

sc-278864A
50 mg
$781.00