Synthesis of "no carrier added" 1,3-bis-(2-chloroethyl)nitrosourea (BCNU).

Abstract

A chemotherapeutic agent, C-11-labeled BCNU, has been prepared by nitrosation of C-11-labeled BCU, which was synthesized by reacting C-11-labeled phosgene with ethylenimine. Two methods of nitrosation are outlined and the results of both are discussed. The specific activity of C-11 BCNU was about 85 Ci/mmole at the end of bombardment and 30 Ci/mmole at the time of administration. Chemical and radiochemical purity of the final material was at least 98%.