Furazidine

Also known as: Furagin, Furazidin, 1-[[(E)-3-(5-Nitrofuran-2-yl)prop-2-enylidene]amino]imidazolidine-2,4-dione, 1-((3-(5-Nitro-2-furyl)allylidene)amino)hydantoin, NF 416, Akritoin

Furazidine (CAS 1672-88-4) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C10H8N4O5 and a molecular weight of 264.194 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 267-270ºC (dec.) and a density of 1.6±0.1 g/cm3. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 1672-88-4
Jingsj CID: J-1102674-1
Molecular Formula: C₁₀H₈N₄O₅
Molecular Weight: 264.194 g/mol
Category: Pharma Intermediates
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point	267-270ºC (dec.)
Density	1.6±0.1 g/cm3
Exact Mass	264.049469
PSA	120.73000
LogP	0.81
Refractive Index	1.689
Storage Conditions	Refrigerator

Activity & Biological Data

Additional Information	[1]. Mannisto P, et al. Pharmacokinetics of furagin, a new nitrofurantoin congener, on human volunteers. Int J Clin Pharmacol Biopharm. 1979 Jun;17(6):264-70. [2]. Slapsyte G, et al. Cytogenetic analysis of children under long-term antibacterial therapy with nitroheterocyclic compound furagin. Mutat Res. 2001 Apr 5;491(1-2):25-30. [3]. Dybowski B, et al. Ciprofloxacin and furagin in acute cystitis: comparison of early immune and microbiological results. Int J Antimicrob Agents. 2008 Feb;31(2):130-4.

Additional Information

[1]. Mannisto P, et al. Pharmacokinetics of furagin, a new nitrofurantoin congener, on human volunteers. Int J Clin Pharmacol Biopharm. 1979 Jun;17(6):264-70. [2]. Slapsyte G, et al. Cytogenetic analysis of children under long-term antibacterial therapy with nitroheterocyclic compound furagin. Mutat Res. 2001 Apr 5;491(1-2):25-30. [3]. Dybowski B, et al. Ciprofloxacin and furagin in acute cystitis: comparison of early immune and microbiological results. Int J Antimicrob Agents. 2008 Feb;31(2):130-4.

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code	2934999090
Summary	2934999090. other heterocyclic compounds. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:20.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Furazidine?

The CAS number of Furazidine is 1672-88-4.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Furazidine?

Furazidine has molecular formula C10H8N4O5 and molecular weight 264.194 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Furazidine?

For Furazidine, Upstream Products: 1-aminohydantoin, 3-(5-Nitro-2-furyl)acrolein.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

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