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Digitoxin
Digitoxin is a cardiac glycoside used primarily in the treatment of heart failure and certain arrhythmias. It works by increasing the force of cardiac contractions. Available in research and bulk quantities, it has a CAS number of 71-63-6, molecular formula C41H64O13, and molecular weight of 764.94 g/mol. Stored at ambient temperatures, it is classified as a hazardous substance with a signal word of Danger. Molekula supplies Digitoxin from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Overview
Digitoxin is a cardiac glycoside used primarily in the treatment of heart failure and certain arrhythmias. It works by increasing the force of cardiac contractions. Available in research and bulk quantities, it has a CAS number of 71-63-6, molecular formula C41H64O13, and molecular weight of 764.94 g/mol. Stored at ambient temperatures, it is classified as a hazardous substance with a signal word of Danger. Molekula supplies Digitoxin from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | white or almost white powder |
| Conclusion | Conforms to Ph.Eur. 8 |
| Loss on Drying | <1.5% |
| Sulphated Ash | <0.1% |
| Appearance of Solution | clear and colorless |
| Assay (calculated on the dried basis) | 95.0% - 103.0% |
| Identification IR | IR spectrum comparing with the spectrum of standard |
| Related Compound A (HPLC) | Gitoxin: <2% |
| Residual Solvents Ethylacetate | <5000ppm |
| TLC – Related Substances | Gitoxin <2%; other glycosides <1% |
| Residual Solvent - Methanol | <3000ppm |
| Residual solvent Dichloromethane | <600ppm |
| Specific optical rotation [α]D20 (2,5 % w/v solution in chloroform) | +16.0 - +18.5 |
| Related Compound B (HPLC) | Digitoxigenin: <1% |
| Related Compound C (HPLC) | Other glycosides: each <1% |
| Related Compound D (HPLC) | Sum of glycosides: <3% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Transport Class | 6.1 |
| Packing Group | I |
| Shelf Life | 24 months |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 71-63-6 |
| Molecular Formula | C41H64O13 |
| Molecular Weight | 764.94 |
| EC / UN Number | 2811 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| Tariff Code | 29389010 EXP 2938901000 IMP |
Safety & GHS
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Flammable
GHS02
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Corrosive
GHS05
Hazard statements
- H301 Toxic if swallowed
- H331 Toxic if inhaled
- H373 May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
Precautionary statements
- P201 Obtain special instructions before use
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P284 Wear respiratory protection
- P301+310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
For research and industrial use only
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