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Carboplatin, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
Carboplatin is primarily used as an antitumor agent.Carboplatin is widely utilized as a chemotherapy drug to treat various types of cancer. It belongs to the group of platinum-based antineoplastic agents to interfere in DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) repair. It is applied in combination other medications and used to inhibit cancer cell growth.
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
Soluble in water.
Notes
Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.
Specifications
Specifications
Color | White |
Linear Formula | [C4H6(CO2)2]Pt(NH3)2 |
Quantity | 1 g |
Merck Index | 14,1822 |
Solubility Information | Soluble in water. |
Formula Weight | 371.25 |
Physical Form | Powder |
Chemical Name or Material | Carboplatin |
Safety and Handling
- Carboplatin
- Danger
- Acute toxicity Category 4
- Carcinogenicity Category 2
- Germ cell mutagenicity Category 1B
- Reproductive toxicity Category 1A
- Respiratory sensitiser Category 1
- Skin sensitiser Category 1
- H302-Harmful if swallowed.
- H312-Harmful in contact with skin.
- H317-May cause an allergic skin reaction.
- H332-Harmful if inhaled.
- H334-May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled.
- H340-May cause genetic defects.
- H351-Suspected of causing cancer.
- H360D-May damage the unborn child.
- P201-Obtain special instructions before use.
- P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
- P302+P352-IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water/soap.
- P304+P340-IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
- P308+P313-IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.
- P342+P311-If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/ .
- MIXTURE LIST-Contains : Carboplatin
RUO – Research Use Only
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