Molekula
Cefotaxime sodium salt
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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
Cefotaxime sodium salt is a third-generation cephalosporin antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections by inhibiting cell wall synthesis. It is effective against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria, commonly prescribed for pneumonia, urinary tract infections, and sepsis. This sterile powder has a CAS number of 64485-93-4, molecular formula C16H17N5O7S2·Na, and a molecular weight of 478.46. Store at 2 to 8°C. The product is classified as **Danger** under GHS, requiring careful handling. Molekula supplies Cefotaxime sodium salt from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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1 g — £30.90 per pack ex VAT · £37.08 inc. VAT
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5 g — £62.10 per pack ex VAT · £74.52 inc. VAT
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100 g — £218.10 per pack ex VAT · £261.72 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to light yellow crystalline powder |
| Specific rotation | +58.0°~+64.0° |
| pH | 4.5 - 6.5 |
| Acetone | ≤0.5% |
| Loss on Drying | ≤3.0% |
| Assay | 916 to 964 μg/mg |
| Total Impurities | ≤3.0% |
| Bacterial endotoxins | ≤0.20 EU per mg |
| Any individual impurity | ≤1.0% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | 2 to 8 °C |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 50013891 |
| CAS Number | 64485-93-4 |
| IUPAC Name | sodium (6R,7R)-3-(acetyloxymethyl)-7-[[(2Z)-2-(2-amino-1,3-thiazol-4-yl)-2-methoxyiminoacetyl]amino]-8-oxo-5-thia-1-azabicyclo[4.2.0]oct-2-ene-2-carboxylate |
| EC Number | 264-915-9 |
| Molecular Formula | C16H17N5O7S2·Na |
| Molecular Weight | 478.46 |
| Exact Mass | 477.0389 |
| SMILES | CC(=O)OCC1=C(N2[C@@H]([C@@H](C2=O)NC(=O)/C(=N\OC)/C3=CSC(=N3)N)SC1)C(=O)[O-].[Na+] |
| InChIKey | AZZMGZXNTDTSME-JUZDKLSSSA-M |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C16H17N5O7S2.Na/c1-6(22)28-3-7-4-29-14-10(13(24)21(14)11(7)15(25)26)19-12(23)9(20-27-2)8-5-30-16(17)18-8;/h5,10,14H,3-4H2,1-2H3,(H2,17,18)(H,19,23)(H,25,26);/q;+1/p-1/b20-9-;/t10-,14-;/m1./s1 |
| PubChem CID | 10695961 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 29419010 |
| Tariff Code | 2941900000 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
Hazard statements
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H334 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P304+340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
- 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
- P333+313 IF skin irritation or a rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention
- P337+313 If eye irritation persists get medical advice/attention
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, 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
- Cefcil
- Cefotax
- cefotaxime injection
- CEFOTAXIME SODIUM
- HR 756
- Pretor
- RU 24756
- Sodium 7-(2-(2-amino-4-thiazolyl)-2-methoxyiminoacetamido)cephalosporanate
- Sodium cefotaxime
- Tolycar
Frequently asked questions
What is cefotaxime sodium salt used for?
Cefotaxime sodium salt is a third-generation cephalosporin antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections, including respiratory, urinary, and skin infections, as well as meningitis.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of cefotaxime sodium salt?
The chemical formula is **C₁₆H₁₇N₅O₇S₂·Na**, and the molecular weight is **478.46 g/mol**.
What is the recommended storage condition for cefotaxime sodium salt?
Store at **2 to 8°C** to maintain stability and potency.
What grades or purities of cefotaxime sodium salt does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies **pharmaceutical-grade cefotaxime sodium salt** suitable for research and development applications.
Can Molekula supply cefotaxime sodium salt in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can provide cefotaxime sodium salt in bulk, with quantities tailored to your research or production needs.
What documentation comes with an order of cefotaxime sodium salt?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and batch-specific documentation for traceability.
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