Molekula
Chloramphenicol
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Chloramphenicol is a broad-spectrum antibiotic used to treat serious bacterial infections, particularly those caused by susceptible Gram-negative and Gram-positive bacteria. It is available in powder form with a molecular weight of 323.13 g/mol, a molecular formula of C11H12Cl2N2O5, and a CAS number of 56-75-7. It should be stored at ambient temperatures and is classified as a hazardous substance with a signal word of Danger. Molekula supplies Chloramphenicol from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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25 g — $54.60 per pack
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100 g — $156.50 per pack
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250 g — $364.30 per pack
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White or yellow-white crystalline powder |
| Assay/Purity | ≥98.0% |
| Melting Point | 149.0°C - 153.0°C |
| Water | ≤1.0% |
| Heavy metals | ≤20ppm |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
| pH | 4.5 - 7.5 |
| Loss on Drying | ≤0.5% |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤0.10% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 150.5-151.5 °C |
| Solubility (other solvents) | Very soluble in acetone, chloroform, ethanol |
| log P (octanol/water) | 1.14 |
Source: PubChem CID 5959 (HSDB)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 10795224 |
| CAS Number | 56-75-7 |
| IUPAC Name | 2,2-dichloro-N-[(1R,2R)-1,3-dihydroxy-1-(4-nitrophenyl)propan-2-yl]acetamide |
| EC Number | 200-287-4 |
| Molecular Formula | C11H12Cl2N2O5 |
| Molecular Weight | 323.13 |
| Exact Mass | 322.0123 |
| SMILES | C1=CC(=CC=C1[C@H]([C@@H](CO)NC(=O)C(Cl)Cl)O)[N+](=O)[O-] |
| InChIKey | WIIZWVCIJKGZOK-RKDXNWHRSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C11H12Cl2N2O5/c12-10(13)11(18)14-8(5-16)9(17)6-1-3-7(4-2-6)15(19)20/h1-4,8-10,16-17H,5H2,(H,14,18)/t8-,9-/m1/s1 |
| PubChem CID | 5959 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2941400000 |
| Tariff Code | 2941400000 |
Safety & GHS
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Corrosive
GHS05
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
Hazard statements
- H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
- H318 Causes serious eye damage
- H340 May cause genetic defects
- H350 May cause cancer
- H360FD May damage fertility. May damage the unborn child.
- H362 May cause harm to breast-fed children
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P263 Avoid contact during pregnancy/while nursing
- 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
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, 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.
Synonyms
- Alficetyn
- Aquamycetin
- Chloramex
- Chlornitromycin
- Chloroamphenicol
- Chlorocid
- D-Chloramphenicol
- Globenicol
- Levomicetina
- Levomycetin
Frequently asked questions
What is Chloramphenicol used for?
Chloramphenicol is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections, particularly in cases of severe or resistant strains, though its use is limited due to safety concerns.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Chloramphenicol?
The formula is C11H12Cl2N2O5 with a molecular weight of 323.13 g/mol.
How should Chloramphenicol be stored?
Chloramphenicol should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from light and moisture.
What grade of Chloramphenicol does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies Chloramphenicol in analytical grade for research and laboratory use.
Can Molekula supply Chloramphenicol in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply Chloramphenicol in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a Chloramphenicol order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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