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Levofloxacin
Levofloxacin is a synthetic fluoroquinolone antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections. It works by inhibiting bacterial DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV. Available as a white to off-white powder, it has a CAS number of 100986-85-4, molecular formula C18H20FN3O4, and molecular weight of 361.37 g/mol. Store at 2 to 8 °C. Hazard classification includes signal word Danger. Molekula supplies Levofloxacin from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Overview
Levofloxacin is a synthetic fluoroquinolone antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections. It works by inhibiting bacterial DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV. Available as a white to off-white powder, it has a CAS number of 100986-85-4, molecular formula C18H20FN3O4, and molecular weight of 361.37 g/mol. Store at 2 to 8 °C. Hazard classification includes signal word Danger. Molekula supplies Levofloxacin from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to light yellow crystalline powder |
| Specific rotation | -92° to -99° |
| Conclusion | Conforms to USP specification |
| Residue on ingnition | ≤0.1% |
| Heavy metals | ≤10ppm |
| pH | 6.8 - 8.0 |
| Loss on Drying | 2.0% - 3.0% |
| Residual solvent | Method for determination of residual solvents |
| Related Substances | HPLC determination |
| Assay (HPLC) | ≥98.0% |
| Solubility in water | Slightly soluble in water, Slightly soluble in ethanol, insoluble in either, soluble in glacial acetic acid, slightly soluble in 0.1 mol/L hydrochloric acid solution. |
| Identification (UV) | visible spectrophotometer, IR, HPLC |
| Identification (IR) | Conforms to the spectrum of Levofloxcain RS |
| Identification (HPLC) | The retention time of the major peak of the sample solution corresponds to that of the standard solution, as obtained in the Assay |
| Limits | The peak area of levofloxacin shall not be larger than the main peak area of control solution 1% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | 2 to 8 °C |
| Shelf Life | 60 months |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 100986-85-4 |
| Molecular Formula | C18H20FN3O4 |
| Molecular Weight | 361.37 |
| SMILES | O=C(O)C1=CN2C3=C(OCC2C)C(=C(F)C=C3C1=O)N4CCN(C)CC4 |
| 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
- H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H334 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled
- H361 Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing 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
For research and industrial use only
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Pricing & pack sizes
Synonyms
No alternate names recorded for this product.
Frequently asked questions
What is Levofloxacin used for?
Levofloxacin is a broad-spectrum antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections such as respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infections, and skin infections.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Levofloxacin?
The chemical formula is C18H20FN3O4 and the molecular weight is 361.37 g/mol.
How should Levofloxacin be stored?
Levofloxacin should be stored at 2 to 8 °C and protected from light.
What grade of Levofloxacin does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies Levofloxacin in research grade.
Can Molekula supply Levofloxacin in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can supply Levofloxacin in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for details.
What documentation comes with a Levofloxacin order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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