Molekula
Cefotetan disodium 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
Cefotetan disodium salt is a second-generation cephalosporin antibiotic used primarily in medical and veterinary applications to treat bacterial infections. It exhibits broad-spectrum activity against Gram-negative and anaerobic bacteria, making it effective for infections like pelvic inflammatory disease, intra-abdominal sepsis, and skin/soft tissue infections. This sterile powder has a CAS number of 74356-00-6, molecular formula C17H15N7Na2O8S4, and a molecular weight of 619.59 g/mol. It must be stored between 2 to 8°C and carries a "Danger" signal word due to its hazardous properties. Molekula supplies Cefotetan disodium salt from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Light yellow powder |
| Water | ≤2.5% |
| Heavy metals | NMT 20ppm |
| Single Impurity | ≤3.5% |
| Identification | HPLC, Sodium |
| pH | 4.0 - 6.5 |
| Storage Temperature | +20 ℃ |
| Solubility | Conforms to USP requirements |
| Assay | 83.0% - 97.0% |
| Optical Rotation | +112°- +124° |
| Residual Solvents | Conforms to USP requirements |
| Total Impurities | ≤6.0% |
| Other Impurity | Polymer: ≤2.0% |
| Isomers | Isomers: L-Cefotetan 35.0%-45.0% |
| Clarity in Solution | Conforms to USP requirements |
| Bacterial endotoxins | ≤0.15 EU/mg |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | 2 to 8 °C |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 18528286 |
| CAS Number | 74356-00-6 |
| IUPAC Name | disodium;(6R,7S)-7-[[4-(2-amino-1-carboxylato-2-oxoethylidene)-1,3-dithietane-2-carbonyl]amino]-7-methoxy-3-[(1-methyltetrazol-5-yl)sulfanylmethyl]-8-oxo-5-thia-1-azabicyclo[4.2.0]oct-2-ene-2-carboxylate |
| EC Number | 277-834-9 |
| Molecular Formula | C17H15N7Na2O8S4 |
| Molecular Weight | 619.59 |
| Exact Mass | 618.966 |
| SMILES | CN1C(=NN=N1)SCC2=C(N3[C@@H]([C@@](C3=O)(NC(=O)C4SC(=C(C(=O)N)C(=O)[O-])S4)OC)SC2)C(=O)[O-].[Na+].[Na+] |
| InChIKey | ZQQALMSFFARWPK-ZTQQJVKJSA-L |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C17H17N7O8S4.2Na/c1-23-16(20-21-22-23)34-4-5-3-33-15-17(32-2,14(31)24(15)7(5)11(29)30)19-9(26)13-35-12(36-13)6(8(18)25)10(27)28;;/h13,15H,3-4H2,1-2H3,(H2,18,25)(H,19,26)(H,27,28)(H,29,30);;/q;2*+1/p-2/t13?,15-,17+;;/m1../s1 |
| PubChem CID | 53024 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 29419030 |
| 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
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P304+312 IF INHALED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P333+313 IF skin irritation or a rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- Apatef
- Cefotan
- Cefotetan (sodium salt)
- CEFOTETAN DISODIUM
- cefotetan sodium
- Ceftenon
- Cepan
- Darvilen
- Yamatetan
- YM 09330
Frequently asked questions
What is cefotetan disodium salt used for?
Cefotetan disodium salt is primarily used as an antibiotic in the treatment of bacterial infections, including skin, urinary tract, and abdominal infections.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of cefotetan disodium salt?
The chemical formula is **C₁₇H₁₅N₇Na₂O₈S₄**, and the molecular weight is **619.59 g/mol**.
How should cefotetan disodium salt be stored?
Store at **2–8°C** to maintain stability and potency.
What grade of cefotetan disodium salt does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies **pharmaceutical-grade cefotetan disodium salt** for research and development applications.
Can Molekula supply cefotetan disodium salt in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can provide cefotetan disodium salt in bulk, subject to availability and regulatory compliance.
What documentation comes with an order of cefotetan disodium salt?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, **Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)**, and **batch-specific documentation** for traceability.
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