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Afatinib chemical structure, C24H25ClFN5O3, CAS 850140-72-6
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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CAS number
850140-72-6
Formula
C24H25ClFN5O3
Molar mass
485.95 g/mol
EC number
810-720-4
HS code
293499
Category
Oncology and immunology drugs

What is Afatinib?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Afatinib is a quinazoline compound having a 3-chloro-4-fluoroanilino group at the 4-position, a 4-dimethylamino-trans-but-2-enamido group at the 6-position, and an (S)-tetrahydrofuran-3-yloxy group at the 7-position. Used (as its dimaleate salt) for the first-line treatment of patients with metastatic non-small cell lung cancer. It has a role as an antineoplastic agent and a tyrosine kinase inhibitor. It is a secondary carboxamide, a member of furans, an aromatic ether, an organofluorine compound, a member of quinazolines, a tertiary amino compound, an enamide and a member of monochlorobenzenes.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
(E)-N-[4-(3-chloro-4-fluoroanilino)-7-[(3S)-oxolan-3-yl]oxyquinazolin-6-yl]-4-(dimethylamino)but-2-enamide
CAS number
850140-72-6 CAS number cross-checkedOther or deprecated CAS: 439081-18-2
EC number
810-720-4
Molecular formula
C24H25ClFN5O3
UNII
41UD74L59M
MDL number
MFCD12407405, MFCD31630115
InChIKey
ULXXDDBFHOBEHA-CWDCEQMOSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C24H25ClFN5O3/c1-31(2)8-3-4-23(32)30-21-11-17-20(12-22(21)34-16-7-9-33-13-16)27-14-28-24(17)29-15-5-6-19(26)18(25)10-15/h3-6,10-12,14,16H,7-9,13H2,1-2H3,(H,30,32)(H,27,28,29)/b4-3+/t16-/m0/s1
Canonical SMILES
CN(C)CC=CC(=O)Nc1cc2c(Nc3ccc(F)c(Cl)c3)ncnc2cc1OC1CCOC1
Isomeric SMILES
CN(C)C/C=C/C(=O)NC1=C(C=C2C(=C1)C(=NC=N2)NC3=CC(=C(C=C3)F)Cl)O[C@H]4CCOC4

Synonyms

  • BIBW2992
  • Tomtovok
  • BIBW 2992
  • BIBW-2992
  • afatinibum
  • (2E)-N-{4-[(3-chloro-4-fluorophenyl)amino]-7-[(3S)-oxolan-3-yloxy]quinazolin-6-yl}-4-(dimethylamino)but-2-enamide
  • (2E)-N-{4-[(3-chloro-4-fluorophenyl)amino]-7-[(3S)-tetrahydrofuran-3-yloxy]quinazolin-6-yl}-4-(dimethylamino)but-2-enamide
  • (2E)-N-(4-(3-chloro-4-fluoroanilino)-7-(((3S)-oxolan-3-yl)oxy)quinoxazolin-6-yl)-4-(dimethylamino)but-2-enamide
  • (2E)-N-(4-((3-chloro-4-fluorophenyl)amino)-7-((3S)-oxolan-3-yloxy)quinazolin-6-yl)-4-(dimethylamino)but-2-enamide
  • (2E)-N-(4-((3-chloro-4-fluorophenyl)amino)-7-((3S)-tetrahydrofuran-3-yloxy)quinazolin-6-yl)-4-(dimethylamino)but-2-enamide
  • 2-Butenamide, N-(4-((3-chloro-4-fluorophenyl)amino)-7-(((3S)-tetrahydro-3-furanyl)oxy)-6-quinazolinyl)-4-(dimethylamino)-, (2E)-
  • Tovok
  • (E/Z)-Afatinib
  • (S,E)-N-(4-((3-Chloro-4-fluorophenyl)amino)-7-((tetrahydrofuran-3-yl)oxy)quinazolin-6-yl)-4-(dimethylamino)but-2-enamide
  • Afatinib (BIBW2992)
  • Afatinib free base
  • Afatinib, Free Base
  • BIBW2992 (Tovok)
  • (E)-N-[4-(3-chloro-4-fluoroanilino)-7-[(3S)-oxolan-3-yl]oxyquinazolin-6-yl]-4-(dimethylamino)but-2-enamide
  • C24H25ClFN5O3
  • N-[4-[(3-chloro-4-fluorophenyl)amino]-7-[[(3S)-tetrahydro-3-furanyl]oxy]-6-quinazolinyl]-4-(dimethylamino)-2-Butenamide
  • (E)-N-[4-(3-chloro-4-fluoro-anilino)-7-[(3S)-tetrahydrofuran-3-yl]oxy-quinazolin-6-yl]-4-(dimethylamino)but-2-enamide
  • (S)-N-(4-((3-Chloro-4-fluorophenyl)amino)-7-((tetrahydrofuran-3-yl)oxy)quinazolin-6-yl)-4-(dimethylamino)but-2-enamide
  • 850140-72-6 (free base)
  • (S,E)-N-(4-(3-chloro-4-fluorophenylamino)-7-(tetrahydrofuran-3-yloxy)quinazolin-6-yl)-4-(dimethylamino)but-2-enamide
Show all 34 synonyms
  • (E/Z)-BIBW 2992
  • Afatinib E-Isomer
  • (S)-Afatinib
  • (2E)-N-[4-[(3-Chloro-4-fluorophenyl)amino]-7-[[(3S)-tetrahydro-3-furanyl]oxy]-6-quinazolinyl]-4-(dimethylamino)-2-butenamide
  • (2E)-N-[4-[(3-Chloro-4-fluorophenyl)amino]-7-[[(3S)-tetrahydro-3-furanyl]oxy]-6-quinazolinyl]-4-(dimethylamino)-2-butenamide, BIBW 2992,
  • (E)-4-dimethylamino-but-2-enoic acid-(4-(3-chloro-4-fluoro-phenylamino)-7-((S)-tetrahydrofuran-3-yloxy)-quinazolin-6-yl)-amide
  • (E)-4-Dimethylamino-but-2-enoic acid-[4-(3-chloro-4-fluoro-phenylamino)-7-((S)-tetrahydrofuran-3-yloxy)-quinazolin-6-yl]-amide
  • BIBW2992,Afatinib
  • Afatinib (USAN/INN)

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
485.95 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
485.163 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
4.39calc.
Topological polar surface area
88.61 ร…ยฒcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
2calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
7calc.
Rotatable bonds
8calc.
Heavy atoms
34calc.
Rings
4calc.
Aromatic rings
3calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.29calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
1calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Murcko scaffold

The ring system that remains when every side chain is removed

Murcko scaffold of this chemical, c1ccc(Nc2ncnc3cc(OC4CCOC4)ccc23)cc1

c1ccc(Nc2ncnc3cc(OC4CCOC4)ccc23)cc1

4 rings, 23 atoms.

46 other chemicals share this scaffold

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

GHS signal word
Warning
GHS07: Harmful or irritant
Harmful or irritant
GHS08: Serious health hazard
Serious health hazard

Hazard statements

  • H302Harmful if swallowed.
  • H315Causes skin irritation.
  • H319Causes serious eye irritation.
  • H335May cause respiratory irritation.
  • H373May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.
Precautionary statements (20)
  • P260Do not breathe dust, fume, gas, mist, vapours or spray.
  • P261Avoid breathing dust, fume, gas, mist, vapours or spray.
  • P264Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
  • P264 + P265Wash skin thoroughly after handling. Do not touch eyes.
  • P270Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
  • P271Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
  • P280Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection.
  • P301 + P317If swallowed: Get medical help.
  • P302 + P352If on skin: Wash with plenty of water.
  • P304 + P340If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
  • P305 + P351 + P338If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
  • P319Get medical help if you feel unwell.
  • P321Specific treatment (see supplemental first aid instructions on the label).
  • P330Rinse mouth.
  • P332 + P317If skin irritation occurs: Get medical help.
  • P337 + P317If eye irritation persists: Get medical help.
  • P362 + P364Take off contaminated clothing. And wash it before reuse.
  • P403 + P233Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
  • P405Store locked up.
  • P501Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local regulations.

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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Uses and applications

What the substance is used for, by industry and function

Industries and functions

Pharmacological actions

  • Antineoplastic Agents
  • Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitors

Roles

  • antineoplastic agent
  • enzyme inhibitor
  • pharmaceutical
  • protein kinase inhibitor
  • tyrosine kinase inhibitor

Pharmacology

Afatinib is a Kinase Inhibitor. The mechanism of action of afatinib is as a Protein Kinase Inhibitor.

Regulatory status

Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance

Health and food

  • Active ingredient in FDA approved drug labels

HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Afatinib is traded under.

HS 2934.99Indicative HS code

Nucleic acids and their salts, other heterocyclic compounds, not elsewhere classified in heading 2934

World exports in 2024
$26.7B
+15.0% vs 2023, imports $26.3B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. Ireland26.3%
  2. China15.7%
  3. Singapore10.3%
Top importers
  1. United States24.5%
  2. Germany23.1%
  3. Japan4.5%
Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

The HS code shown for Afatinib is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Afatinib, based on the data on this page

What is Afatinib?

Afatinib is a quinazoline compound having a 3-chloro-4-fluoroanilino group at the 4-position, a 4-dimethylamino-trans-but-2-enamido group at the 6-position, and an (S)-tetrahydrofuran-3-yloxy group at the 7-position.

What is the CAS number of Afatinib?

The CAS registry number of Afatinib is 850140-72-6. Other or deprecated CAS numbers: 439081-18-2.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Afatinib?

The molecular formula of Afatinib is C24H25ClFN5O3 and its molar mass is 485.95 g/mol.

What is Afatinib used for?

Known uses and roles of Afatinib include anticancer drugs in pharmaceuticals, antineoplastic agent, enzyme inhibitor, pharmaceutical, protein kinase inhibitor and 3 more.

Is Afatinib hazardous?

Afatinib carries the GHS signal word "Warning". Main hazards: harmful if swallowed, causes skin irritation, causes serious eye irritation. This summary is not an SDS, always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Afatinib?

Afatinib is usually classified under HS code 293499 (Nucleic acids and their salts, whether or not chemically defined, other heterocyclicโ€ฆ). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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