Molekula
Atorvastatin
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Atorvastatin is a synthetic lipid-lowering agent used in the treatment of hypercholesterolemia and prevention of cardiovascular disease. It functions as an HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor, commonly known as a statin. Available in powder form with a molecular formula of C33H35FN2O5, it has a molecular weight of 558.64 g/mol and should be stored at ambient temperatures. The substance carries a warning signal word due to potential side effects. Molekula supplies Atorvastatin 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 — £225.20 per pack ex VAT · £270.24 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White/Off white/Yellow Powder |
| Water | ≤3.0% |
| Impurity | Other single unknown Impurity <0.25% |
| Assay | 98.0 ~ 103.0% |
| Total Impurities | ≤2.0% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Acid |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 176 °C |
| pKa | pKa = 4.46 |
Source: PubChem CID 60823 (DrugBank)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 17630611 |
| CAS Number | 134523-00-5 |
| IUPAC Name | (3R,5R)-7-[2-(4-fluorophenyl)-3-phenyl-4-(phenylcarbamoyl)-5-propan-2-ylpyrrol-1-yl]-3,5-dihydroxyheptanoic acid |
| Molecular Formula | C33H35FN2O5 |
| Molecular Weight | 558.64 |
| Exact Mass | 558.253 |
| SMILES | CC(C)C1=C(C(=C(N1CC[C@H](C[C@H](CC(=O)O)O)O)C2=CC=C(C=C2)F)C3=CC=CC=C3)C(=O)NC4=CC=CC=C4 |
| InChIKey | XUKUURHRXDUEBC-KAYWLYCHSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C33H35FN2O5/c1-21(2)31-30(33(41)35-25-11-7-4-8-12-25)29(22-9-5-3-6-10-22)32(23-13-15-24(34)16-14-23)36(31)18-17-26(37)19-27(38)20-28(39)40/h3-16,21,26-27,37-38H,17-20H2,1-2H3,(H,35,41)(H,39,40)/t26-,27-/m1/s1 |
| PubChem CID | 60823 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 2933.99.79.00 |
| Tariff Code | 2933998090 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
Hazard statements
- H302+332 Harmful if swallowed or inhaled
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
- H361f Suspected of damaging fertility.
- H373 May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
- 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
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, 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
- atorvastatina
- atorvastatine
- atorvastatinum
- atrovastatin calcium
- Cardyl
- Hipolixan
- Lipitor
- Prevencor
- Sortis
- Zarator
Frequently asked questions
What is atorvastatin used for?
Atorvastatin is primarily used as a cholesterol-lowering medication (statin) to reduce LDL cholesterol and triglycerides while increasing HDL cholesterol in patients at risk of cardiovascular disease.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of atorvastatin?
The chemical formula is **C₃₃H₃₅FN₂O₅**, and the molecular weight is **558.64 g/mol**.
What safety classification does atorvastatin have?
Atorvastatin is classified with the **signal word 'Warning'** under GHS, indicating moderate hazard.
How should atorvastatin be stored?
Store atorvastatin at **ambient temperature**, away from moisture and direct sunlight, in a tightly sealed container.
Can Molekula supply atorvastatin in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can provide atorvastatin in bulk, with quantities tailored to your research, development, or manufacturing needs.
What documentation comes with an atorvastatin order?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, **Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS/SDS)**, and a **Certificate of Origin** for traceability and compliance.
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