Vidarabine
Also known as: 9-β-D-Arabinofuranosyladenine, Adenine arabinoside, ara-A, ara-adenosine, 9-β-D-Arabinofuranosyl-9H-purin-6-amine, 9H-Purin-6-amine, 9-β-D-arabinofuranosyl-, Adenine-9-β-D-arabinofuranoside
Vidarabine (CAS 5536-17-4) is a compound in the Organic Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C10H13N5O4 and a molecular weight of 267.241 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 260-265ºC (dec.), a boiling point of 676.3±65.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 2.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 362.8±34.3 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H361 — Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 5536-17-4
- Jingsj CID
- J-28537-0
- Molecular Formula
- C10H13N5O4
- Molecular Weight
- 267.241 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Compounds
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 260-265ºC (dec.) |
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| Boiling Point | 676.3±65.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 2.1±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 362.8±34.3 °C |
| Exact Mass | 267.096741 |
| PSA | 139.54000 |
| LogP | -1.02 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±2.2 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.907 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H361 — Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Whitley, R., et al., Vidarabine: a preliminary review of its pharmacological properties and therapeutic use. Drugs, 1980. 20(4): p. 267-82. |
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Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 29349990 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Vidarabine?
The CAS number of Vidarabine is 5536-17-4.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Vidarabine?
Vidarabine has molecular formula C10H13N5O4 and molecular weight 267.241 g/mol.
Is Vidarabine hazardous?
Vidarabine has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H361 — Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Vidarabine?
For Vidarabine, Upstream Products: 1-β-D-Arabinofuranosyluracil, Triethyl orthoformate, 3',5'-O-(1,1,3,3-Tetraisopropyl-1,3-disiloxanediyl)adenosine; Downstream Products: 2'-Deoxyadenosine, 2'-Amino-2'-deoxyadenosine, 1-β-D-Arabinofuranosyluracil.
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