Molekula
Cefuroxime axetil
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Cefuroxime axetil is a semi-synthetic, broad-spectrum cephalosporin antibiotic used orally to treat bacterial infections such as respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infections, and skin infections. It is a prodrug of cefuroxime, designed for better oral absorption. Cefuroxime axetil has a CAS number of 64544-07-6, molecular formula C20H22N4O10S, and a molecular weight of 510.47 g/mol. It must be stored between 2 to 8°C and carries a **Danger** signal word due to its hazardous properties. Molekula supplies Cefuroxime axetil from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Solid |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | 2 to 8 °C |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to almost white crystalline powder |
| Water Solubility | Insoluble in water |
| log P (octanol/water) | 0.89 |
Source: PubChem CID 6321416 (HSDB)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90029713 |
| CAS Number | 64544-07-6 |
| IUPAC Name | 1-acetyloxyethyl (6R,7R)-3-(carbamoyloxymethyl)-7-[[(2Z)-2-(furan-2-yl)-2-methoxyiminoacetyl]amino]-8-oxo-5-thia-1-azabicyclo[4.2.0]oct-2-ene-2-carboxylate |
| Molecular Formula | C20H22N4O10S |
| Molecular Weight | 510.47 |
| Exact Mass | 510.1057 |
| SMILES | CC(OC(=O)C)OC(=O)C1=C(CS[C@H]2N1C(=O)[C@H]2NC(=O)/C(=N\OC)/C3=CC=CO3)COC(=O)N |
| InChIKey | KEJCWVGMRLCZQQ-YJBYXUATSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C20H22N4O10S/c1-9(25)33-10(2)34-19(28)15-11(7-32-20(21)29)8-35-18-14(17(27)24(15)18)22-16(26)13(23-30-3)12-5-4-6-31-12/h4-6,10,14,18H,7-8H2,1-3H3,(H2,21,29)(H,22,26)/b23-13-/t10?,14-,18-/m1/s1 |
| PubChem CID | 6321416 |
| 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
- H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
- 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
- P303+361 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse with water/shower
- P304+340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- Ceftin
- Cefurax
- Cefuroxime 1-acetoxyethyl ester
- Cepazine
- Cetoxil
- Curocef
- Elobact
- Oraxim
- Zinat
- Zinnat
Frequently asked questions
What is cefuroxime axetil used for?
Cefuroxime axetil is a prodrug of cefuroxime, used primarily as an antibiotic to treat bacterial infections such as respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infections, and skin infections.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of cefuroxime axetil?
The chemical formula is **C₂₀H₂₂N₄O₁₀S** and the molecular weight is **510.47 g/mol**.
How should cefuroxime axetil be stored?
Store cefuroxime axetil at **2–8°C** to maintain stability and potency.
What grades or purity levels of cefuroxime axetil does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies **pharmaceutical-grade cefuroxime axetil** meeting USP/EP/BP standards for medical and research applications.
Can Molekula supply cefuroxime axetil in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can provide cefuroxime axetil in bulk, with quantities tailored to your production or research needs.
What documentation comes with an order of cefuroxime axetil?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, **Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)**, and **batch-specific documentation** for traceability.
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