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Pyrimethamine
Pyrimethamine is an antiprotozoal medication used primarily to treat malaria and toxoplasmosis. It functions by inhibiting dihydrofolate reductase, disrupting folate metabolism in parasites. Available in powder form with a CAS number of 58-14-0, molecular formula C12H13ClN4, and molecular weight of 248.71 g/mol. Store at 2 to 8 °C. Hazardous: signal word Danger. Molekula supplies Pyrimethamine from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Overview
Pyrimethamine is an antiprotozoal medication used primarily to treat malaria and toxoplasmosis. It functions by inhibiting dihydrofolate reductase, disrupting folate metabolism in parasites. Available in powder form with a CAS number of 58-14-0, molecular formula C12H13ClN4, and molecular weight of 248.71 g/mol. Store at 2 to 8 °C. Hazardous: signal word Danger. Molekula supplies Pyrimethamine from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Specifications
Specifications available on request — see Documents below or contact our sales team.
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | 2 to 8 °C |
| Transport Class | 9 |
| Packing Group | III |
| Shelf Life | 24 months |
| Acidity | Base |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 58-14-0 |
| Molecular Formula | C12H13ClN4 |
| Molecular Weight | 248.71 |
| SMILES | CCC1=C(C(=NC(=N1)N)N)C2=CC=C(C=C2)Cl |
| EC / UN Number | 3077 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 29335980 |
| Tariff Code | 2933599590 |
Safety & GHS
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Explosive
GHS01
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Flammable
GHS02
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Toxic
GHS06
Hazard statements
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H341 Suspected of causing genetic defects
- H360D May harm the unborn child
- H362 May cause harm to breast-fed children
- H373 May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
- H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P263 Avoid contact during pregnancy/while nursing
- P273 Avoid release to the environment
- 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
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Pricing & pack sizes
Synonyms
No alternate names recorded for this product.
Frequently asked questions
What is pyrimethamine used for?
Pyrimethamine is primarily used as an antiprotozoal agent, commonly in the treatment and prevention of malaria and toxoplasmosis.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of pyrimethamine?
The chemical formula is C12H13ClN4 and the molecular weight is 248.71 g/mol.
How should pyrimethamine be stored?
Pyrimethamine should be stored at 2 to 8 °C, protected from light and moisture.
What grade of pyrimethamine does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies pyrimethamine in research grade, suitable for laboratory use.
Can Molekula supply pyrimethamine in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can supply pyrimethamine in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a pyrimethamine order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS), compliant with regulatory standards.
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