Molekula
Epalrestat
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ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 certified · Supplying laboratories and industry since 2000 · Listed pack sizes are a starting point — we manufacture, source and repack to the quantity you need
Epalrestat is an aldose reductase inhibitor used primarily in the treatment of diabetic neuropathy to slow nerve damage caused by high blood sugar. This potent pharmaceutical intermediate is a white to off-white crystalline powder with a molecular formula of C15H13NO3S2 and a molecular weight of 319.40 g/mol. It requires careful storage at -15 to -20°C and carries a **Danger** signal word due to its hazardous properties. Molekula supplies Epalrestat 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 — £30.90 per pack ex VAT · £37.08 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Solid |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | -15 to -20 °C |
| Transport Class | 6.1 |
| Packing Group | II |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 65396753 |
| CAS Number | 82159-09-9 |
| IUPAC Name | 2-[(5Z)-5-[(E)-2-methyl-3-phenylprop-2-enylidene]-4-oxo-2-sulfanylidene-1,3-thiazolidin-3-yl]acetic acid |
| Molecular Formula | C15H13NO3S2 |
| Molecular Weight | 319.40 |
| Exact Mass | 319.0337 |
| SMILES | C/C(=C\C1=CC=CC=C1)/C=C\2/C(=O)N(C(=S)S2)CC(=O)O |
| InChIKey | CHNUOJQWGUIOLD-NFZZJPOKSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C15H13NO3S2/c1-10(7-11-5-3-2-4-6-11)8-12-14(19)16(9-13(17)18)15(20)21-12/h2-8H,9H2,1H3,(H,17,18)/b10-7+,12-8- |
| PubChem CID | 1549120 |
| UN Number | UN2811 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 29419030 |
| Tariff Code | 2934100090 |
Safety & GHS
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Toxic
GHS06
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
Hazard statements
- H300 Fatal if swallowed
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H334 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled
- H373 May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
- 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
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- 3-carboxymethyl-5-(methyl-3-phenylpropenylidene)rhodanine
- 5-((Z,E)-beta-Methylcinnamylidene)-4-oxo-2-thioxo-3-thiazolidineacetic acid
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- Aldorin
- Epalrestatum
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- Kinedak (TN)
- Ono 2235
- ONO-2
- Tanglin
Frequently asked questions
What is epalrestat used for?
Epalrestat is primarily used as an aldose reductase inhibitor to treat diabetic neuropathy by slowing nerve damage caused by high blood sugar.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of epalrestat?
The chemical formula is **C₁₅H₁₃NO₃S₂** with a molecular weight of **319.40 g/mol**.
How should epalrestat be stored?
Epalrestat must be stored at **-15 to -20°C** to maintain stability and potency.
What grades or purities of epalrestat does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies epalrestat in **pharmaceutical-grade purity** suitable for research and development applications.
Can Molekula supply epalrestat in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can provide epalrestat in bulk, with quantities tailored to meet customer requirements.
What documentation comes with an order of epalrestat?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, **Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)**, and **batch-specific documentation** for traceability.
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