Azidothymidine
CAS 30516-87-1
EC 623-849-4
Formula C10H13N5O4
MW 283.24 g/mol
Pharmaceutical Intermediates Pharmaceuticals & HealthcarePersonal Care & Cosmetics Humectant & Moisturizing
Description
Azidothymidine (CAS 30516-87-1), also known as ZDV, BW-A509U, and by the trade name Retrovir, is a synthetic nucleoside analogue classified as a pharmaceutical intermediate. It carries no assigned E-code and is identified under EC number 623-849-4 with the molecular formula C10H13N5O4.
In pharmaceutical manufacturing, azidothymidine serves as a key active substance and synthetic building block in antiviral drug development. In personal care formulations, it functions as a skin conditioner and humectant, interacting with the stratum corneum to support moisture retention and improve skin feel at the surface level.
This material is supplied as an off-white crystalline powder suitable for pharmaceutical and cosmetic-grade applications, with compliance traceable to REACH regulations applicable in the European market. It is classified under HS code 29349900. Procurement teams should confirm grade specifications and documentation requirements prior to ordering.
In pharmaceutical manufacturing, azidothymidine serves as a key active substance and synthetic building block in antiviral drug development. In personal care formulations, it functions as a skin conditioner and humectant, interacting with the stratum corneum to support moisture retention and improve skin feel at the surface level.
This material is supplied as an off-white crystalline powder suitable for pharmaceutical and cosmetic-grade applications, with compliance traceable to REACH regulations applicable in the European market. It is classified under HS code 29349900. Procurement teams should confirm grade specifications and documentation requirements prior to ordering.
Physical Properties
| Melting Point | 106-112 °C |
| Boiling Point | 410.43°C (rough estimate) |
| Density | 1.3382 (rough estimate) |
| Flash Point | 9°C |
| Appearance | Off White Crystalline Powder |
| Color | White to Off-white |
| Form | Powder |
| Water Solubility | 1-5 g/100 mL at 17 ºC |
| Refractive Index | 47 ° (C=1, H2O) |
Safety & Handling (Learn More)
Danger GHS08
H
H341H350H351H361H362H370H372
P
P203P260P263P264P270P280P318P319P321P405P501P308+P316
Trade & Regulatory
| HS Code | 29349900 |
| UN Number | 1230 |
| Packing Group | II |
| WGK (Germany) | 3 |
Other Names
ZidovudineZDVZidovudinAZTbwa509uretrovirbw-a509uBW-A 509U
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