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Atropine

SKU 40489627 CAS 51-55-8 C17H23NO3 MW 289.37 In stock Bulk quantities on request

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Atropine is a tropane alkaloid used primarily as an anticholinergic medication to treat certain nerve agent exposures, heart rhythm disorders, and organophosphate poisoning. It blocks the action of the neurotransmitter acetylcholine, producing rapid heart rates, reduced secretions, and dilated pupils. This chemical has a CAS number of 51-55-8, molecular formula C17H23NO3, and a molecular weight of 289.37. It is stored at ambient conditions and carries a "Danger" signal word under GHS classification. Molekula supplies Atropine from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

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Specifications

Property Value
Appearance White to off-white crystalline powder
Melting Point 114 - 118 Deg C
Ash <0.1%
Identification Conforms to reference
Loss on Drying <0.2%
Solubility Slightly soluble in water, soluble in ethanol and methylene chloride
Assay 99 - 100.5%
Optical Rotation -0.70 to + 0.05

Storage & handling

Property Value
Storage Temperature Ambient
Transport Class 6.1
Packing Group II
Acidity Neutral

Literature values

Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.

Property Value
Melting Point 118.5 °C
pKa pKa = 9.43

Source: PubChem CID 174174 (DrugBank)

Identification

Property Value
SKU 40489627
CAS Number 51-55-8
IUPAC Name [(1S,5R)-8-methyl-8-azabicyclo[3.2.1]octan-3-yl] 3-hydroxy-2-phenylpropanoate
EC Number 200-104-8
Molecular Formula C17H23NO3
Molecular Weight 289.37
Exact Mass 289.1678
SMILES CN1[C@@H]2CC[C@H]1CC(C2)OC(=O)C(CO)C3=CC=CC=C3
InChIKey RKUNBYITZUJHSG-PJPHBNEVSA-N
InChI InChI=1S/C17H23NO3/c1-18-13-7-8-14(18)10-15(9-13)21-17(20)16(11-19)12-5-3-2-4-6-12/h2-6,13-16,19H,7-11H2,1H3/t13-,14+,15?,16?
PubChem CID 174174
UN Number UN1544
REACH Code Y110
TSCA Listed Yes
HTS Code 29397900
Tariff Code 2939799090

Safety & GHS

Danger
  • GHS pictogram — Toxic Toxic GHS06

Hazard statements

  • H300 Fatal if swallowed
  • H310 Fatal in contact with skin
  • H330 Fatal if inhaled

Precautionary statements

  • P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
  • P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
  • P284 Wear respiratory protection
  • P301+310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
  • P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
  • P307+311 IF exposed: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician

Documents

Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch

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Synonyms

  • Atropen
  • Atropin
  • Atropina
  • Atropinol
  • dl-Hyoscyamine
  • dl-Tropyltropate
  • Eyesules
  • Isopto-atropine
  • Tropine tropate
  • Troyl tropate

Frequently asked questions

What is atropine commonly used for?

Atropine is primarily used as an anticholinergic medication to treat certain types of nerve agent and pesticide poisonings, as well as to reduce salivation and secretions before surgery.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of atropine?

The chemical formula is **C₁₇H₂₃NO₃**, and the molecular weight is **289.37 g/mol**.

How should atropine be stored?

Atropine should be stored at **ambient temperature** in a dry, well-ventilated area, away from incompatible substances.

What grades or purity levels of atropine does Molekula supply?

Molekula supplies atropine in **pharmaceutical-grade and analytical-grade purity**, depending on customer requirements.

Can Molekula supply atropine in bulk quantities?

Yes, Molekula can supply atropine in bulk, with quantities and packaging tailored to your needs.

What documentation comes with an atropine order?

Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, **Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)**, and **batch-specific documentation** for traceability.

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