Cyclosporin A PurCert Secondary Reference Standard (CRM) [Includes all characterization data]

CRM


Linear Formula:  C62H111N11O12
Molecular Weight:  1202.61 g/mol
CAS Number: 59865-13-3

Properties

Water Solubility Insoluble
Assay Purity >=99.5 %
Refractive index n20/D 1.6500
B pt. 838.63°C
M pt. 148-151°C
Density 1.016 g/cm3
Form Solid

Safety Information

Hazard Statement(s) H302,H350,H360FD
Precautionary Statement  P201 - P202 - P264 - P270 - P301 + P312 - P308 + P313
GHS Pictogram
Signal word Danger
HS Code 30021290
Flash point 87?
Storage Temp. -20°C
Storage Class 6.1C - Combustible acute toxic Cat.3 / toxic compounds or compounds which causing chronic effects
UN Number 1648

Description

Application
It is widely used in organ transplantation to prevent rejection and in the treatment of autoimmune diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis and psoriasis.

Purpose
Its main purpose is to suppress the immune system by inhibiting T-cell activity thereby reducing immune responses.

General Description
Cyclosporin A is a cyclic peptide compound derived from fungi known for its strong immunosuppressive properties.