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Levofloxacin hydrochloride
Levofloxacin hydrochloride is a synthetic antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections. It belongs to the fluoroquinolone class and is effective against a broad range of Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. CAS: 177325-13-2, Molecular Formula: C18H20FN3O4·HCl, Molecular Weight: 397.83 g/mol. Store at -15 to -20 °C. Signal word: Danger. Molekula supplies Levofloxacin hydrochloride from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Overview
Levofloxacin hydrochloride is a synthetic antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections. It belongs to the fluoroquinolone class and is effective against a broad range of Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. CAS: 177325-13-2, Molecular Formula: C18H20FN3O4·HCl, Molecular Weight: 397.83 g/mol. Store at -15 to -20 °C. Signal word: Danger. Molekula supplies Levofloxacin hydrochloride from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to yellow powder or crystals |
| Impurity A | ≤0.3% |
| Specific rotation | -47.0° to -52.0° |
| Heavy metals | ≤0.001% |
| Identification | 1. IR: Conforms to spectrum of Levofloxcain RS. 2. HPLC: The retention time of the main peak of the trail product is the same as that of levofloxacin (later). 3.Differentiation reaction of awueous solution chlorides of this product. |
| pH | 3.5 - 5.0 |
| Loss on Drying | 3.5% - 5.0% |
| Solubility | Soluble in water, Slightly soluble in methanol, slightly soluble in ethanol, almost insoluble in ether or petroleum. |
| Assay | 89.5% - 92.5% |
| Ethanol | ≤0.5% |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤0.1% |
| Absorption | ≤0.10% |
| Any other single impurity | ≤0.2% |
| Total Impurities | ≤0.5% |
| Solution | Passes test |
| D-Isomer | ≤1.0% |
| Dimethylformamide | ≤0.88% |
| Dextrofloxacin | ≤1.0% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | -15 to -20 °C |
| Shelf Life | 48 months |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 177325-13-2 |
| Molecular Formula | C18H20FN3O4.HCl |
| Molecular Weight | 397.83 |
| SMILES | C[C@H]1COC2=C3N1C=C(C(=O)C3=CC(=C2N4CCN(CC4)C)F)C(=O)O.Cl |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 2934999001 |
| Tariff Code | 2934999090 |
Safety & GHS
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Explosive
GHS01
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Flammable
GHS02
Hazard statements
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H334 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
For research and industrial use only
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Pricing & pack sizes
Synonyms
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Frequently asked questions
What is Levofloxacin hydrochloride used for?
It is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections, including respiratory and urinary tract infections.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Levofloxacin hydrochloride?
The formula is C18H20FN3O4·HCl with a molecular weight of 397.83 g/mol.
How should Levofloxacin hydrochloride be stored?
It should be stored at temperatures between -15 and -20 °C to maintain stability.
What grade of Levofloxacin hydrochloride is available?
Available in pharmaceutical grade for research and development use.
Can Molekula supply Levofloxacin hydrochloride in bulk?
Yes, bulk quantities are available upon request; please contact our sales team for details.
What documentation comes with a purchase of Levofloxacin hydrochloride?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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