Molekula
Ceftiofur hydrochloride
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Ceftiofur hydrochloride is a broad-spectrum cephalosporin antibiotic used in veterinary medicine for treating bacterial infections in livestock. It is available in powder form with a molecular formula of C19H17N5O7S3 · HCl, a molecular weight of 560.02 g/mol, and a CAS number of 103980-44-5. It must be stored at -15 to -20 °C and is classified as Danger due to its hazardous properties.
Molekula supplies Ceftiofur hydrochloride at ≥ 96.0% purity in 1 g and 5 g packs, from £46.56 inc. VAT. It is in stock for same-day dispatch. Every batch ships with a certificate of analysis, and safety data sheets are available in 5 languages. Larger quantities, up to multi-tonne, are quoted on request.
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Pricing & pack sizes
In stock — same-day dispatch
These pack sizes aren't a limit. Molekula manufactures, sources and repacks to order — if you need 500 kg and only see 1 kg listed, . We quote from grams to multi-tonne.
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1 g — £38.80 per pack ex VAT · £46.56 inc. VAT
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5 g — £89.30 per pack ex VAT · £107.16 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to yellow powder |
| Heavy metals | ≤ 20ppm |
| pH | 2.0 - 4.0 |
| Assay | ≥ 96.0% |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤ 0.2% |
| Particle Size | 90% at ≤10μm |
| Specific optical rotation | -115 to -125° |
| Bacterial endotoxins | ≤ 0.2EU/mg |
| Water (KF) | ≤ 4.0% |
| Identification (IR) | Conforms to Reference |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | -15 to -20 °C |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90027221 |
| CAS Number | 103980-44-5 |
| IUPAC Name | (6R,7R)-7-[[(2Z)-2-(2-amino-1,3-thiazol-4-yl)-2-methoxyiminoacetyl]amino]-3-(furan-2-carbonylsulfanylmethyl)-8-oxo-5-thia-1-azabicyclo[4.2.0]oct-2-ene-2-carboxylic acid;hydrochloride |
| Molecular Formula | C19H17N5O7S3 · HCl |
| Molecular Weight | 560.02 |
| Exact Mass | 559.0057 |
| SMILES | CO/N=C(/C1=CSC(=N1)N)\C(=O)N[C@H]2[C@@H]3N(C2=O)C(=C(CS3)CSC(=O)C4=CC=CO4)C(=O)O.Cl |
| InChIKey | KEQFDTJEEQKVLM-JUODUXDSSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C19H17N5O7S3.ClH/c1-30-23-11(9-7-34-19(20)21-9)14(25)22-12-15(26)24-13(17(27)28)8(5-32-16(12)24)6-33-18(29)10-3-2-4-31-10;/h2-4,7,12,16H,5-6H2,1H3,(H2,20,21)(H,22,25)(H,27,28);1H/b23-11-;/t12-,16-;/m1./s1 |
| PubChem CID | 9937686 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 29419050 |
| Tariff Code | 2941900000 |
Safety & GHS
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
Hazard statements
- H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
- H334 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P284 Wear respiratory protection
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P304+340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
- P333+313 IF skin irritation or a rash occurs: 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.
Quality certificates
Molekula Group is certified to ISO 9001:2015 (quality) and ISO 14001:2015 (environmental management), audited by a UKAS-accredited body. Both certificates are valid to 17 May 2028.
Synonyms
- Cefenil RTU
- Ceftiofur HCl
- Ceftiofur monohydrochloride
- Excenel
- EXCENEL RTU EZ
- Spectramast
- Spectramast DC
- Spectramast DC Sterile Suspension
- Spectramast LC
- Spectramast LC Sterile Suspension
Frequently asked questions
What is Ceftiofur hydrochloride used for?
Ceftiofur hydrochloride is a broad-spectrum antibiotic used primarily in veterinary medicine to treat bacterial infections in livestock.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Ceftiofur hydrochloride?
The formula is C19H17N5O7S3 · HCl with a molecular weight of 560.02 g/mol.
How should Ceftiofur hydrochloride be stored?
It must be stored at temperatures between -15 and -20 °C to maintain stability.
What grade is available for Ceftiofur hydrochloride?
The product is supplied to a specification with an assay of ≥ 96.0%, along with defined limits for water, heavy metals, residue on ignition, bacterial endotoxins and other tests; specific application grades may be available upon request.
Can Molekula supply Ceftiofur hydrochloride in bulk?
Yes, bulk quantities are available—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a purchase of Ceftiofur hydrochloride?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS); additional documentation can be provided upon request.
Where can I buy Ceftiofur hydrochloride?
Directly from Molekula, which lists Ceftiofur hydrochloride in 1 g and 5 g packs from £46.56 inc. VAT, with a certificate of analysis for every batch. Larger quantities are quoted on request. Molekula's offices: United Kingdom, France, Spain, Germany, Italy, United States and China.
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