Molekula
Clindamycin hydrochloride
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Clindamycin hydrochloride is a semi-synthetic antibiotic derived from lincomycin, used to treat bacterial infections caused by susceptible Gram-positive and anaerobic organisms. It is available in powder form for reconstitution. CAS: 21462-39-5, Molecular Formula: C18H33ClN2O5S · HCl, Molecular Weight: 461.44 g/mol. Store at 2 to 8 °C. Signal word: Danger. Molekula supplies Clindamycin hydrochloride 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 — £55.90 per pack ex VAT · £67.08 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Water | 3.0-6.0% |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
| pH | 3.0-5.5 |
| Acetone | ≤5000ppm |
| Potency | ≥800ug/mg (wet basis) |
| Clindamycin B | ≤2.0% |
| Total Related Compounds | ≤6.0% |
| Complies with USP 34 | Conforms |
| Related Substance - Single | ≤1.0% |
| 7-epiclindamycin | ≤4.0% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | 2 to 8 °C |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 15582939 |
| CAS Number | 21462-39-5 |
| IUPAC Name | (2S,4R)-N-[(1S,2S)-2-chloro-1-[(2R,3R,4S,5R,6R)-3,4,5-trihydroxy-6-methylsulfanyloxan-2-yl]propyl]-1-methyl-4-propylpyrrolidine-2-carboxamide;hydrochloride |
| EC Number | 244-398-6 |
| Molecular Formula | C18H33ClN2O5S · HCl |
| Molecular Weight | 461.44 |
| Exact Mass | 460.1565 |
| SMILES | CCC[C@@H]1C[C@H](N(C1)C)C(=O)N[C@@H]([C@@H]2[C@@H]([C@@H]([C@H]([C@H](O2)SC)O)O)O)[C@H](C)Cl.Cl |
| InChIKey | AUODDLQVRAJAJM-XJQDNNTCSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C18H33ClN2O5S.ClH/c1-5-6-10-7-11(21(3)8-10)17(25)20-12(9(2)19)16-14(23)13(22)15(24)18(26-16)27-4;/h9-16,18,22-24H,5-8H2,1-4H3,(H,20,25);1H/t9-,10+,11-,12+,13-,14+,15+,16+,18+;/m0./s1 |
| PubChem CID | 16051951 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 29419010 |
| Tariff Code | 2941900000 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
Hazard statements
- H303 May be harmful if swallowed
- H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H332 Harmful if inhaled
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
- H360 May damage fertility or the unborn child
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
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
- P333+313 IF skin irritation or a rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention
- P337+313 If eye irritation persists get medical advice/attention
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- 7-Chloro-7-deoxylincomycin hydrochloride
- Antirobe
- Cleocin hydrochloride
- ClindaCure
- ClindaMed
- Clindamycin (as hydrochloride)
- Clindamycin Hcl
- Clinsol
- Clintabs
- ZydaClin
Frequently asked questions
What is clindamycin hydrochloride used for?
Clindamycin hydrochloride is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections, particularly those caused by anaerobic bacteria and certain Gram-positive organisms.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of clindamycin hydrochloride?
The formula is C18H33ClN2O5S · HCl with a molecular weight of 461.44 g/mol.
How should clindamycin hydrochloride be stored?
It should be stored at 2 to 8 °C and protected from light and moisture.
What grade is available for clindamycin hydrochloride?
Available in research grade; specific purity details can be provided upon request.
Can Molekula supply clindamycin hydrochloride in bulk?
Yes, bulk quantities are available—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a purchase of clindamycin hydrochloride?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and safety data sheet (SDS); additional documentation can be provided upon request.
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