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Pemetrexed

Also known as: Pemetrexed acid, N-[4-[2-(2-Amino-4,7-dihydro-4-oxo-1H-pyrrolo[2,3-d]pyrimidin-5-yl)ethyl]benzoyl]-L-glutamic acid, LY231514, Alimta (free acid), N-[4-[2-(2-Amino-4,7-dihydro-4-oxo-3H-pyrrolo[2,3-d]pyrimidin-5-yl)ethyl]benzoyl]-L-glutamic acid, (S)-2-(4-(2-(2-Amino-4-oxo-4,7-dihydro-1H-pyrrolo[2,3-d]pyrimidin-5-yl)ethyl)benzamido)pentanedioic acid, MFCD00902635

Pemetrexed (CAS 137281-23-3) is a compound in the Organic Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C20H21N5O6 and a molecular weight of 427.411 g/mol. Key property: 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.
137281-23-3
Jingsj CID
J-36699-4
Molecular Formula
C20H21N5O6
Molecular Weight
427.411 g/mol
Category
Organic Compounds
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Density1.6±0.1 g/cm3
Exact Mass427.149170
PSA191.26000
LogP-0.03
Refractive Index1.724

Activity & Biological Data

TargetKi: 1.3 nM (TS), 7.2 nM (DHFR), 65 nM (GARFT)[1]
Additional Information[1]. Shih C, et al. LY231514, a pyrrolo[2,3-d]pyrimidine-based antifolate that inhibits multiple folate-requiring enzymes. Cancer Res. 1997 Mar 15;57(6):1116-23. [2]. Anraku M, et al. Synergistic antitumor effects of regulatory T cell blockade combined with pemetrexed in murine malignantmesothelioma. J Immunol. 2010 Jul 15;185(2):956-66.

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 Pemetrexed?

The CAS number of Pemetrexed is 137281-23-3.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Pemetrexed?

Pemetrexed has molecular formula C20H21N5O6 and molecular weight 427.411 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Pemetrexed?

For Pemetrexed, Upstream Products: N-[4-[2-(2-Amino-4,7-dihydro-4-oxo-1H-pyrrolo[2,3-d]pyrimidin-5-yl)ethyl]benzoyl]-L-glutamic acid diethyl ester 4-methylbenzenesulfonate.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "Pemetrexed (CAS 137281-23-3)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-36699-4 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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