Zalcitabine

China [CN]

Zalcitabine Basic Information

Chemical Name: 2',3'-Dideoxycytidine (ddC)

CAS Number: 7481-89-2

Molecular Formula: C₉H₁₃N₃O₃

Molecular Weight: 211.22 g/mol

Common Synonyms: Zalcitabine, Dideoxycytidine, ddC, Hivid® (original trade name)

Core Use

Anti-HIV-1 nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor (NRTI)

Used in combination antiviral therapy for HIV infection

Previously used in AIDS-related treatment regimens, now less commonly used clinically

Key Physicochemical Properties

Appearance: White or off-white crystalline powder

Solubility: Easily soluble in water and methanol

Melting Point: Approximately 217–218°C

Chirality: β-D configuration

Trade/Supply Chain Information

Product Type: Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API) / Intermediate

Quality Standards: USP, EP, internal enterprise standards

Packaging: 25kg/drum or as per customer requirements