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Desciclovir

Also known as: 6-Deoxyacyclovir, A-515U, BW A515U, DCV, Deoxyaciclovir, Deoxyacyclovir, 2-[(2-Amino-9H-purin-9-yl)methoxy]ethanol, 2-[(2-aminopurin-9-yl)methoxy]ethanol, 2-amino-9-(2-hydroxyethoxymethyl)purine, Ethanol, 2-((2-amino-9H-purin-9-yl)methoxy)-, Desiclovir, Desciclovirum

Desciclovir (CAS 84408-37-7) is a compound in the Organic Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H11N5O2 and a molecular weight of 209.20500 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 529.8ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.61g/cm3 and a flash point of 274.2ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
84408-37-7
Jingsj CID
J-1982864-9
Molecular Formula
C8H11N5O2
Molecular Weight
209.20500 g/mol
Category
Organic Compounds
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point529.8ºC at 760 mmHg
Density1.61g/cm3
Flash Point274.2ºC
Exact Mass209.09100
PSA99.81000
Refractive Index1.725

Activity & Biological Data

Additional Information[1]. Krasny HC,et al. Metabolism of desciclovir, a prodrug of acyclovir, in humans after multiple oral dosing. J Clin Pharmacol. 1987; 27(1):74-7.

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2933990090
Summary2933990090. heterocyclic compounds with nitrogen hetero-atom(s) only. 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 Desciclovir?

The CAS number of Desciclovir is 84408-37-7.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Desciclovir?

Desciclovir has molecular formula C8H11N5O2 and molecular weight 209.20500 g/mol.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "Desciclovir (CAS 84408-37-7)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1982864-9 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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