Streptozocin

Independent reference data for Streptozocin (CAS 66395-18-4), compiled from public chemistry databases.

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Physicochemical values on record

Documented uses on record

Produced by Streptomyces achromogenas (soil microorganisms); Used to produce diabetes in experimental animals and as an antineoplastic agent; [HSDB]EMPLOYED AS DIABETOGENIC AGENT IN EXPERIMENTAL ANIMALS.

Synonyms and trade names

streptozocin; STREPTOZOTOCIN; 18883-66-4; Streptozocinium; Streptozocinum; STRZ; Streptozoticin; Streptozocinium [Latin]; DTXSID2021282; N-D-Glucosyl-(2)-N'-nitrosomethylurea; CHEBI:9288; N-D-Glucosyl-(2)-N'-nitrosomethylharnstoff; 3-methyl-3-nitroso-1-[(2S,3R,4R,5S,6R)-2,4,5-trihydroxy-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxan-3-yl]urea; 2-Deoxy-2-(((methylnitrosoamino)carbonyl)amino)-D-glucopyranose; 2-Deoxy-2-(3-methyl-3-nitrosoureido)-D-glucopyranose; 1-methyl-1-nitroso-3-[(2S,3R,4R,5S,6R)-2,4,5-trihydroxy-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxan-3-yl]urea

Regulatory listings held on file

GHS notification summary	1.8% (1 / 57)

GHS hazard classification

GHS notification summary	1.8% (1 / 57)
Reported hazard statements	H312 (22.8%), H332 (22.8%), H340 (22.8%), H350 (96.5%), H360 (22.8%), H301, H341, H351

This chemical does not meet GHS hazard criteria for 1.8% (1 of 57) of reports.

H312 (22.8%): Harmful in contact with skin [Warning Acute toxicity, dermal]

What the public record says

Streptozocin · CAS 66395-18-4 · C8H15N3O7. UNII 8H27GUR065. Melting Point: 115; Melting Point: 115 °C; Solubility: 5070.

Physical description and handling notes

Source: PubChem / Wikidata; the batch COA governs where values differ.