Molekula
Meropenem trihydrate
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Meropenem trihydrate is a broad-spectrum antibiotic belonging to the carbapenem class, used to treat serious bacterial infections such as pneumonia, meningitis, and sepsis. It works by inhibiting bacterial cell wall synthesis, making it effective against a wide range of Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. This chemical has a CAS number of 119478-56-7, a molecular formula of C17H25N3O5S·3H2O, and a molecular weight of 437.51. It requires storage at -15 to -20°C and carries a signal word of "Danger" due to its hazardous properties. Molekula supplies Meropenem trihydrate 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 — £99.80 per pack ex VAT · £119.76 inc. VAT
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5 g — £348.00 per pack ex VAT · £417.60 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to Pale Yellow powder |
| Water | ≤ 14% |
| Heavy metals | ≤10ppm |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
| Total Impurities | ≤1.0% |
| Bacterial endotoxins | ≤0.125 EU/mg |
| Assay (Anhydrous) | ≥98.0% |
| Unknown impurities | ≤0.5% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | -15 to -20 °C |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90030999 |
| CAS Number | 119478-56-7 |
| IUPAC Name | (4R,5S,6S)-3-[(3S,5S)-5-(dimethylcarbamoyl)pyrrolidin-3-yl]sulfanyl-6-[(1R)-1-hydroxyethyl]-4-methyl-7-oxo-1-azabicyclo[3.2.0]hept-2-ene-2-carboxylic acid;trihydrate |
| Molecular Formula | C17H25N3O5S·3H2O |
| Molecular Weight | 437.51 |
| Exact Mass | 437.1832 |
| SMILES | C[C@@H]1[C@@H]2[C@H](C(=O)N2C(=C1S[C@H]3C[C@H](NC3)C(=O)N(C)C)C(=O)O)[C@@H](C)O.O.O.O |
| InChIKey | CTUAQTBUVLKNDJ-OBZXMJSBSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C17H25N3O5S.3H2O/c1-7-12-11(8(2)21)16(23)20(12)13(17(24)25)14(7)26-9-5-10(18-6-9)15(22)19(3)4;;;/h7-12,18,21H,5-6H2,1-4H3,(H,24,25);3*1H2/t7-,8-,9+,10+,11-,12-;;;/m1.../s1 |
| PubChem CID | 441129 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 29419030 |
| Tariff Code | 2941900000 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
Hazard statements
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H334 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
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
- 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
- Meropenem (trihydrate) (Standard)
- Meropenem Hydrate
- Meropenem trihydrate CRS
- Meropenem trihydrate, European Pharmacopoeia (EP) Reference Standard
- Meropenem, Pharmaceutical Secondary Standard; Certified Reference Material
- Meropenem, United States Pharmacopeia (USP) Reference Standard
- Merrem (TN)
Frequently asked questions
What is meropenem trihydrate used for?
Meropenem trihydrate is a broad-spectrum antibiotic used primarily to treat bacterial infections, including meningitis, pneumonia, and sepsis caused by susceptible bacteria.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of meropenem trihydrate?
The chemical formula is **C17H25N3O5S·3H2O**, and the molecular weight is **437.51 g/mol**.
How should meropenem trihydrate be stored?
Store at **-15 to -20°C** to maintain stability and potency.
What grades or purity levels of meropenem trihydrate does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies **pharmaceutical-grade meropenem trihydrate** meeting USP/EP/BP standards.
Can Molekula supply meropenem trihydrate in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can provide meropenem trihydrate in bulk, with quantities tailored to your research or manufacturing needs.
What documentation comes with an order of meropenem trihydrate?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, **Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)**, and **batch-specific documentation** for traceability.
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