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Paclitaxel

Also known as: Taxol, PTX, NSC 125973, Onxol, Paxene, Taxal, Paxceed, Anzatax, Ebetaxel, Paclitaxel (natural), Paclitaxel (synthetic)

Paclitaxel (CAS 33069-62-4) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C47H51NO14 and a molecular weight of 853.906 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 213 °C (dec.)(lit.), a boiling point of 957.1±65.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 532.6±34.3 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction and H318 — Causes serious eye damage. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
33069-62-4
Jingsj CID
J-19192-2
Molecular Formula
C47H51NO14
Molecular Weight
853.906 g/mol
Category
Alcohols
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point213 °C (dec.)(lit.)
Boiling Point957.1±65.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.4±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point532.6±34.3 °C
Exact Mass853.330933
PSA221.29000
LogP7.38
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.3 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.637
Additional Propertymethanol: 50 mg/mL, clear, colorless

GHS Safety & Compliance

Corrosion / Irritant / Health HazardSignal word: Danger
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction
  • H318 — Causes serious eye damage
  • H334 — May cause allergy or asthma symptoms if inhaled
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
  • H341 — Suspected of causing genetic defects
  • H361 — Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child

Activity & Biological Data

TargetIC50: 4 nM (MT)
Additional Information[1]. Park SJ, et al. Taxol induces caspase-10-dependent apoptosis. J Biol Chem. 2004 Dec 3;279(49):51057-67. Epub 2004 Sep 27. [2]. Pan Z, et al. Paclitaxel attenuates Bcl-2 resistance to apoptosis in breast cancer cells through an endoplasmic reticulum-mediated calciumrelease in a dosage dependent manner. Biochem Biophys Res Commun. 2013 Feb 13. pii: S0006-291X(13)00259-3. [3]. Cadamuro M, et al. Low dose paclitaxel reduces S100A4 nuclear import to inhibit invasion and hematogenous metastasis of cholangiocarcinoma. Cancer Res. 2016 Jun 21. [4]. Li Q, et al. Low doses of paclitaxel enhance liver metastasis of breast cancer cells in the mouse model. FEBS J. 2016 Jun 16. [5]. Yilmaz E, et al. Sensory neuron subpopulation-specific dysregulation of intracellular calcium in a rat model of chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy. Neuroscience. 2015 Aug 6;300:210-8. [6]. Jing C, et al. Lenvatinib enhances the antitumor effects of paclitaxel in anaplastic thyroid cancer. Am J Cancer Res. 2017 Apr 1;7(4):903-912.

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2932999021

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Paclitaxel?

The CAS number of Paclitaxel is 33069-62-4.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Paclitaxel?

Paclitaxel has molecular formula C47H51NO14 and molecular weight 853.906 g/mol.

Is Paclitaxel hazardous?

Paclitaxel has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction; H318 — Causes serious eye damage.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Paclitaxel?

For Paclitaxel, Upstream Products: 7-(triethylsilyl)-13-O-[((4S,5R)-2,4-diphenyl-4,5-dihydrooxazol-5-yl)carbonyl]baccatin, 4-Dimethylaminopyridine; Downstream Products: 10-Deacetylbaccatin III, Methyl (2R,3S)-3-(benzoylamino)-2-hydroxy-3-phenylpropanoate, Baccatin III.

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