Molekula
Cefotaxime Sodium - USP CRS
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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 USP CRS is a chemically defined reference standard of the third-generation cephalosporin antibiotic, used primarily for pharmaceutical research, method development, and quality control testing in laboratories. It ensures accurate analytical standards for assessing drug purity, potency, and identity in formulations. Cefotaxime Sodium USP CRS 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 with a **Danger** signal word due to its hazardous nature. Molekula supplies Cefotaxime Sodium USP CRS from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
Pack sizes & pricing
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to light yellow powder |
| Identification (RAMAN) | conforms to reference |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | 2 to 8 °C |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90033911 |
| CAS Number | 64485-93-4 |
| Molecular Formula | C16H17N5O7S2·Na |
| Molecular Weight | 478.46 |
| SMILES | [Na].O=C(O)C1=C(COC(=O)C)CSC2N1C(=O)C2NC(=O)C(=NOC)C=3N=C(SC3)N |
| 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)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
No alternate names recorded for this product.
Frequently asked questions
What is Cefotaxime Sodium USP CRS used for?
Cefotaxime Sodium USP CRS is primarily used as a **Chemical Reference Substance (CRS)** for analytical and quality control purposes in pharmaceutical testing, ensuring batch consistency and compliance with USP standards.
What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Cefotaxime Sodium?
The molecular formula is **C₁₆H₁₇N₅O₇S₂·Na**, and the molecular weight is **478.46 g/mol**.
How should Cefotaxime Sodium USP CRS be stored?
Store at **2 to 8°C** in a dry, well-ventilated area, protected from light and moisture. Follow proper hazardous material handling protocols due to its **Danger** signal word.
What grade of Cefotaxime Sodium does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies **USP CRS (Chemical Reference Substance) grade**, meeting strict pharmaceutical quality standards for analytical reference.
Can Molekula supply Cefotaxime Sodium in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can provide Cefotaxime Sodium in bulk, subject to availability and minimum order quantities—please contact us for specific pricing and logistics.
What documentation comes with an order of Cefotaxime Sodium USP CRS?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, **Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)**, and **USP CRS compliance documentation** to verify purity and authenticity.
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