Molekula
Artemisinin
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ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 certified · Supplying laboratories and industry since 2000 · Listed pack sizes are a starting point — we manufacture, source and repack to the quantity you need
Artemisinin is a potent antimalarial compound derived from the sweet wormwood plant (*Artemisia annua*), widely used in pharmaceuticals to treat malaria, particularly in artemisinin-based combination therapies (ACTs). It is also studied for potential anticancer and antiviral properties. This sesquiterpene lactone has the CAS number 63968-64-9, a molecular formula of C15H22O5, and a molecular weight of 282.33 g/mol. It is stable at ambient storage conditions, with a signal word classification of "Warning" for safety handling. Molekula supplies Artemisinin from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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5 g — £135.60 per pack ex VAT · £162.72 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to off-white powder |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
| Loss on Drying | ≤1.5% |
| Assay | ≥98.5% |
| Sulphated Ash | ≤0.5% |
| Specific optical rotation | 75-78° |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Transport Class | 5.2 |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 68081748 |
| CAS Number | 63968-64-9 |
| IUPAC Name | (1R,4S,5R,8S,9R,12S,13R)-1,5,9-trimethyl-11,14,15,16-tetraoxatetracyclo[10.3.1.04,13.08,13]hexadecan-10-one |
| EC Number | 700-290-5 |
| Molecular Formula | C15H22O5 |
| Molecular Weight | 282.33 |
| Exact Mass | 282.1467 |
| SMILES | C[C@@H]1CC[C@H]2[C@H](C(=O)O[C@H]3[C@@]24[C@H]1CC[C@](O3)(OO4)C)C |
| InChIKey | BLUAFEHZUWYNDE-NNWCWBAJSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C15H22O5/c1-8-4-5-11-9(2)12(16)17-13-15(11)10(8)6-7-14(3,18-13)19-20-15/h8-11,13H,4-7H2,1-3H3/t8-,9-,10+,11+,13-,14-,15-/m1/s1 |
| PubChem CID | 68827 |
| UN Number | UN3108 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 29322050 |
| Tariff Code | 2932209090 |
Safety & GHS
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Flammable
GHS02
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Hazardous to the Environment
GHS09
Hazard statements
- H242 Heating may cause a fire
- H400 Very toxic to aquatic life
- H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements
- P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces - No smoking
- P234 Keep only in original container
- P235 Keep cool
- P273 Avoid release to the environment
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P410 Protect from sunlight
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish.
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.
Synonyms
- 2-azanyl-5-methylsulfanyl-pentanoic acid
- Arteannuin
- Artemisine
- Artemisinina
- Artemisinine
- Artemisininum
- GNF-Pf-5341
- Huanghuahaosu
- Qinghaosu
- quinghaosu
Frequently asked questions
What is artemisinin used for?
Artemisinin is primarily used as an antimalarial drug, particularly in combination therapies for treating *Plasmodium falciparum* malaria, and is also studied for potential anticancer and anti-inflammatory properties.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of artemisinin?
The chemical formula is **C15H22O5** with a molecular weight of **282.33 g/mol**.
How should artemisinin be stored?
Store artemisinin at **ambient temperature** in a dry, well-ventilated area, away from direct sunlight and moisture.
What grades or purities of artemisinin does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies **pharmaceutical-grade artemisinin** (typically ≥98% purity) for research, development, and approved applications.
Can Molekula supply artemisinin in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can provide artemisinin in **bulk quantities** (minimum order quantities vary; contact us for details).
What documentation comes with an artemisinin order?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, **Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)**, and **batch-specific documentation** for traceability.
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