Molekula
Isosorbide-5-mononitrate CHR
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Isosorbide-5-mononitrate CHR is a nitrate ester vasodilator and nitric oxide donor, the active ingredient of anti-anginal drugs such as Imdur, Monoket and ISMO, and is used in cardiovascular research and as a pharmaceutical reference material. It is a white to off-white crystalline powder with a molecular formula of C6H9NO6 and a molecular weight of 191.14 g/mol. It is stored at ambient temperatures and classified as a hazardous substance with a signal word of Danger. Molekula supplies Isosorbide-5-mononitrate CHR 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 | White crystalline powder |
| Melting Point | 88 - 93°C |
| Specific rotation | +173.0 to +176.0° |
| Heavy metals | ≤ 10ppm |
| Loss on Drying | ≤ 0.5% |
| Assay | ≥ 99.5% |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤ 0.1% |
| Identification (IR) | Conforms to Reference |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Transport Class | 4.1 |
| Packing Group | III |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 88 - 91 °C |
Source: PubChem CID 27661 (Human Metabolome Database (HMDB))
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 45597521 |
| CAS Number | 16051-77-7 |
| IUPAC Name | [(3S,3aR,6R,6aS)-3-hydroxy-2,3,3a,5,6,6a-hexahydrofuro[3,2-b]furan-6-yl] nitrate |
| EC Number | 240-197-2 |
| Molecular Formula | C6H9NO6 |
| Molecular Weight | 191.14 |
| Exact Mass | 191.043 |
| SMILES | C1[C@@H]([C@@H]2[C@H](O1)[C@@H](CO2)O[N+](=O)[O-])O |
| InChIKey | YWXYYJSYQOXTPL-SLPGGIOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C6H9NO6/c8-3-1-11-6-4(13-7(9)10)2-12-5(3)6/h3-6,8H,1-2H2/t3-,4+,5+,6+/m0/s1 |
| PubChem CID | 27661 |
| UN Number | UN3251 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 29329990 |
| Tariff Code | 2932990090 |
Safety & GHS
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Flammable
GHS02
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
Hazard statements
- EUH044 Risk of explosion if heated under confinement
- H228 Flammable solid
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
- H361 Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child
Precautionary statements
- P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces - No smoking
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, English (US), French, German, Italian, Portuguese, 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
- Corangin
- Imdur
- ISMN
- ISMO
- Isosorbide 5-mononitrate
- Isosorbide 5-nitrate
- ISOSORBIDE MONONITRATE
- Monoket
- Monolong
- Monosorbitrate
Frequently asked questions
What is Isosorbide-5-mononitrate CHR used for?
It is primarily used in pharmaceutical applications, particularly in the treatment of angina pectoris due to its vasodilatory properties.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Isosorbide-5-mononitrate CHR?
The formula is C6H9NO6 with a molecular weight of 191.14 g/mol.
How should Isosorbide-5-mononitrate CHR be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from light and moisture.
What grade of Isosorbide-5-mononitrate CHR is available?
Molekula supplies Isosorbide-5-mononitrate CHR in pharmaceutical grade.
Can Molekula supply Isosorbide-5-mononitrate CHR in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply Isosorbide-5-mononitrate CHR in bulk quantities upon request.
What documentation comes with an order of Isosorbide-5-mononitrate CHR?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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