Molekula
Cephalothin
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Cephalothin is a first-generation cephalosporin antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections. It functions by inhibiting bacterial cell wall synthesis. Available with CAS number 153-61-7, its molecular formula is C16H16N2O6S2 and molecular weight is 396.44 g/mol. Store at 2 to 8 °C. Signal word: Danger. Molekula supplies Cephalothin 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 — £56.40 per pack ex VAT · £67.68 inc. VAT
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5 g — £189.30 per pack ex VAT · £227.16 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to off-white powder |
| Water | ≤ 0.5% |
| Assay | ≥ 98.0% |
| Individual impurity | ≤ 0.5% |
| Total Impurities | ≤ 1.0% |
| Identification (IR) | Conforms to reference |
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 | Solid |
| Melting Point | 160-160.5 °C |
| log P (octanol/water) | -0.41 |
Source: PubChem CID 6024 (HSDB)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 20451393 |
| CAS Number | 153-61-7 |
| IUPAC Name | (6R,7R)-3-(acetyloxymethyl)-8-oxo-7-[(2-thiophen-2-ylacetyl)amino]-5-thia-1-azabicyclo[4.2.0]oct-2-ene-2-carboxylic acid |
| EC Number | 205-815-7 |
| Molecular Formula | C16H16N2O6S2 |
| Molecular Weight | 396.44 |
| Exact Mass | 396.045 |
| SMILES | CC(=O)OCC1=C(N2[C@@H]([C@@H](C2=O)NC(=O)CC3=CC=CS3)SC1)C(=O)O |
| InChIKey | XIURVHNZVLADCM-IUODEOHRSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C16H16N2O6S2/c1-8(19)24-6-9-7-26-15-12(14(21)18(15)13(9)16(22)23)17-11(20)5-10-3-2-4-25-10/h2-4,12,15H,5-7H2,1H3,(H,17,20)(H,22,23)/t12-,15-/m1/s1 |
| PubChem CID | 6024 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 2941.90.3000 |
| 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
- 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
- P342+311 Call a POISON CENTER or doctor
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- Averon-1
- Cefalothin
- Cefalotin
- Cefalotina
- Cefalotine
- Cefalotinum
- Cemastin
- Cephalothinum
- Cephalotin
- Coaxin
Frequently asked questions
What is cephalothin used for?
Cephalothin is a first-generation cephalosporin antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections, particularly those caused by Gram-positive bacteria.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of cephalothin?
The formula is C16H16N2O6S2 with a molecular weight of 396.44 g/mol.
How should cephalothin be stored?
Cephalothin should be stored at 2 to 8 °C and protected from light and moisture.
What grade of cephalothin is available?
Molekula supplies cephalothin in research-grade purity suitable for laboratory use.
Can Molekula supply cephalothin in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply cephalothin in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a cephalothin order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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