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Ethionamide
Ethionamide is an antimicrobial agent used primarily in the treatment of tuberculosis, particularly drug-resistant strains. It functions as a second-line antitubercular drug by inhibiting mycolic acid synthesis in Mycobacterium tuberculosis. Available in powder form with a molecular formula of C8H10N2S, a molecular weight of 166.24 g/mol, and a CAS number of 536-33-4. Stored at 2 to 8 °C, it carries a warning signal word due to its toxicity. Molekula supplies Ethionamide from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Overview
Ethionamide is an antimicrobial agent used primarily in the treatment of tuberculosis, particularly drug-resistant strains. It functions as a second-line antitubercular drug by inhibiting mycolic acid synthesis in Mycobacterium tuberculosis. Available in powder form with a molecular formula of C8H10N2S, a molecular weight of 166.24 g/mol, and a CAS number of 536-33-4. Stored at 2 to 8 °C, it carries a warning signal word due to its toxicity. Molekula supplies Ethionamide from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Yellow crystalline powder |
| Water | <2.0% |
| pH | 6 - 7 |
| Assay | >98% |
| Residue on Ignition | <0.2% |
| Selenium | <30ppm |
| Melting Range | 158 - 164 Deg C |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | 2 to 8 °C |
| Shelf Life | 24 months |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 536-33-4 |
| Molecular Formula | C8H10N2S |
| Molecular Weight | 166.24 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| Tariff Code | 29333999 |
Safety & GHS
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Explosive
GHS01
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Flammable
GHS02
Hazard statements
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H361 Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P263 Avoid contact during pregnancy/while nursing
- 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
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
For research and industrial use only
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