Molekula
Mecillinam
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Mecillinam is a semisynthetic penicillin antibiotic primarily used to treat urinary tract infections by inhibiting bacterial cell wall synthesis. It is also studied for its potential in combination therapies. This chemical has a CAS number of 32887-01-7, with the molecular formula C15H23N3O3S and a molecular weight of 325.43 g/mol. It must be stored between 2 to 8 degrees Celsius and carries no signal word for hazard classification. Molekula supplies Mecillinam from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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100 mg — £180.00 per pack ex VAT · £216.00 inc. VAT
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1 g — £446.00 per pack ex VAT · £535.20 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to Off-white solid |
| Melting Point | 154 - 157°C |
| Water | ≤ 5.0% |
| Identification (IR) | Conforms to Reference |
| Identification (NMR) | Conforms to structure |
| Assay (NMR) | ≥95% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | 2 to 8 °C |
| Acidity | Acid |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 156 °C |
Source: PubChem CID 36273 (Human Metabolome Database (HMDB))
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 72134727 |
| CAS Number | 32887-01-7 |
| IUPAC Name | (2S,5R,6R)-6-(azepan-1-ylmethylideneamino)-3,3-dimethyl-7-oxo-4-thia-1-azabicyclo[3.2.0]heptane-2-carboxylic acid |
| EC Number | 251-277-1 |
| Molecular Formula | C15H23N3O3S |
| Molecular Weight | 325.43 |
| Exact Mass | 325.146 |
| SMILES | CC1([C@@H](N2[C@H](S1)[C@@H](C2=O)N=CN3CCCCCC3)C(=O)O)C |
| InChIKey | BWWVAEOLVKTZFQ-NTZNESFSSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C15H23N3O3S/c1-15(2)11(14(20)21)18-12(19)10(13(18)22-15)16-9-17-7-5-3-4-6-8-17/h9-11,13H,3-8H2,1-2H3,(H,20,21)/t10-,11+,13-/m1/s1 |
| PubChem CID | 36273 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29419050 |
| Tariff Code | 2941900000 |
Safety & GHS
Precautionary statements
- P264 Wash thoroughly after handling
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, English (US), French, German, Italian, 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
- AMDINOCILLIN
- Coactin
- FL 1060
- Mecilinamo
- Mecillinamum
- Penicillin HX
- Ro 10-9070
- SELECIDIN
- Selexid
- Selexidin
Frequently asked questions
What is mecillinam used for?
Mecillinam is primarily used as an antibiotic, specifically targeting *Escherichia coli* and other Gram-negative bacteria by inhibiting bacterial cell wall synthesis.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of mecillinam?
The chemical formula is **C₁₅H₂₃N₃O₃S**, and the molecular weight is **325.43 g/mol**.
How should mecillinam be stored?
Store mecillinam at **2–8°C** to maintain stability and potency.
What grade or purity is available for mecillinam?
Molekula supplies mecillinam in **pharmaceutical-grade purity** (typically ≥98% HPLC).
Can Molekula supply mecillinam in bulk quantities?
Yes, mecillinam is available in bulk, with flexible packaging options (e.g., drums, bottles) based on customer requirements.
What documentation comes with a mecillinam order?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, **Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)**, and **batch-specific documentation** for traceability.
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