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Artemether

SKU 90036331 CAS 71963-77-4 Available on enquiry

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Artemether is a synthetic antimalarial compound derived from artemisinin, used primarily in the treatment of malaria caused by Plasmodium falciparum. It functions by generating free radicals that damage parasite proteins and membranes. Available in powder form with a purity of ≥98% (HPLC), it has a molecular formula of C16H26O5 and a molecular weight of 298.38 g/mol. Artemether is supplied in sealed, light-protected containers to maintain stability. Molekula supplies Artemether from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.

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Overview

SKU: 90036331
CAS Number: 71963-77-4
IUPAC Name: (1R,4S,5R,8S,9R,10S,12R,13R)-10-methoxy-1,5,9-trimethyl-11,14,15,16-tetraoxatetracyclo[10.3.1.04,13.08,13]hexadecane
Exact Mass: 298.178
SMILES: C[C@@H]1CC[C@H]2[C@H]([C@H](O[C@H]3[C@@]24[C@H]1CC[C@](O3)(OO4)C)OC)C
InChIKey: SXYIRMFQILZOAM-HVNFFKDJSA-N
InChI: InChI=1S/C16H26O5/c1-9-5-6-12-10(2)13(17-4)18-14-16(12)11(9)7-8-15(3,19-14)20-21-16/h9-14H,5-8H2,1-4H3/t9-,10-,11+,12+,13+,14-,15-,16-/m1/s1
PubChem CID: 68911

Synonyms

Artemetero
Artemetherum
Artesaph
beta-Artemether
Dihydroartemisinin methyl ether
Falcidol
Gvither
Malartem
Methyl-dihydroartemisinine
Paluther

Literature values

Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.

Appearance: Crystals
Melting Point: 86 to 88 °C
log P (octanol/water): 3.53

Source: PubChem CID 68911 (HSDB)

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Frequently asked questions

What is artemether used for?

Artemether is an antimalarial drug used in the treatment of Plasmodium falciparum malaria, typically in combination with other antimalarials like lumefantrine.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of artemether?

The chemical formula of artemether is C16H26O5, and its molecular weight is 298.38 g/mol.

How should artemether be stored?

Artemether should be stored in a cool, dry place, protected from light and moisture, and kept below 25°C.

What grade of artemether does Molekula supply?

Molekula supplies artemether in pharmaceutical grade, suitable for research and development purposes.

Can Molekula supply artemether in bulk?

Yes, Molekula can supply artemether in bulk quantities; please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.

What documentation comes with an artemether order?

Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS); additional documentation can be provided upon request.

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Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 1999, and its facilities are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.