Molekula
Metronidazole
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Metronidazole is a synthetic nitroimidazole antibiotic used to treat anaerobic bacterial and protozoal infections. It is available in various forms for pharmaceutical and research applications. CAS: 443-48-1, Molecular Formula: C6H9N3O3, Molecular Weight: 171.15 g/mol, Storage: 2 to 8 °C, Signal Word: Danger. Molekula supplies Metronidazole from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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25 g — £46.40 per pack ex VAT · £55.68 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | A white or yellowish crystalline powder, slightly soluble in water, in acetone, in alcohol and in methylene, chloride, very slightly soluble in ether. |
| Melting Point | 159.0 - 163.0°C |
| Heavy metals | ≤ 0.005% |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
| Loss on Drying | ≤ 0.5% |
| Assay | 99.0% - 101.0% |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤ 0.1% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | 2 to 8 °C |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Cream-colored crystals |
| Odour | Odorless |
| Melting Point | 158-160 °C |
| pKa | pKa = 2.38 |
| log P (octanol/water) | -0.02 |
Source: PubChem CID 4173 (HSDB)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 19599273 |
| CAS Number | 443-48-1 |
| IUPAC Name | 2-(2-methyl-5-nitroimidazol-1-yl)ethanol |
| EC Number | 207-136-1 |
| Molecular Formula | C6H9N3O3 |
| Molecular Weight | 171.15 |
| Exact Mass | 171.0644 |
| SMILES | CC1=NC=C(N1CCO)[N+](=O)[O-] |
| InChIKey | VAOCPAMSLUNLGC-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C6H9N3O3/c1-5-7-4-6(9(11)12)8(5)2-3-10/h4,10H,2-3H2,1H3 |
| PubChem CID | 4173 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 2933.29.9000 |
| Tariff Code | 2933299090 |
Safety & GHS
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
Hazard statements
- H341 Suspected of causing genetic defects
- H350 May cause cancer
- H373 May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
- H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P273 Avoid release to the environment
- 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
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- 2-Methyl-5-nitroimidazole-1-ethanol
- Anagiardil
- Danizol
- Deflamon
- Gineflavir
- MetroGel
- Metronidazol
- Orvagil
- Sanatrichom
- Trichazol
Frequently asked questions
What is Metronidazole used for?
Metronidazole is an antibiotic and antiprotozoal agent used to treat infections caused by anaerobic bacteria and certain parasites, such as Trichomonas vaginalis and Giardia lamblia.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Metronidazole?
The chemical formula of Metronidazole is C6H9N3O3, and its molecular weight is 171.15 g/mol.
How should Metronidazole be stored?
Metronidazole should be stored at temperatures between 2 to 8 °C, protected from light and moisture.
What grade of Metronidazole does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies Metronidazole in pharmaceutical grade, suitable for research and development purposes.
Can Molekula supply Metronidazole in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can supply Metronidazole in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a Metronidazole order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS); additional documentation can be provided upon request.
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