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Misoprostol - USP CRS

SKU 90036995 CAS 59122-46-2 C22H38O5 MW 382.5 Available on enquiry

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Misoprostol USP CRS is a synthetic prostaglandin E1 analog used primarily as a cytoprotective agent to prevent gastric ulcers and manage postpartum hemorrhage. It is also employed in medical research and pharmaceutical formulations. This reference standard has a CAS number of 59122-46-2, molecular formula C22H38O5, and a molecular weight of 382.5. It must be stored at -15 to -20°C and carries a signal word of Danger due to its hazardous properties. Molekula supplies Misoprostol USP CRS from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.

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Overview

SKU: 90036995
CAS Number: 59122-46-2
IUPAC Name: methyl 7-[(1R,2R,3R)-3-hydroxy-2-[(E)-4-hydroxy-4-methyloct-1-enyl]-5-oxocyclopentyl]heptanoate
Molecular Formula: C22H38O5
Molecular Weight: 382.5
Exact Mass: 382.2719
SMILES: CCCCC(C)(C/C=C/[C@H]1[C@@H](CC(=O)[C@@H]1CCCCCCC(=O)OC)O)O
InChIKey: OJLOPKGSLYJEMD-URPKTTJQSA-N
InChI: InChI=1S/C22H38O5/c1-4-5-14-22(2,26)15-10-12-18-17(19(23)16-20(18)24)11-8-6-7-9-13-21(25)27-3/h10,12,17-18,20,24,26H,4-9,11,13-16H2,1-3H3/b12-10+/t17-,18-,20-,22?/m1/s1
PubChem CID: 5282381

Synonyms

Apo Misoprostol
ARTHROTEC COMPONENT MISOPROSTOL
Cytotec
methyl (11alpha,13E)-11,16-dihydroxy-16-methyl-9-oxoprost-13-en-1-oate
misoprostol
misoprostolo
Misoprostolum
Mysodelle
SC 29333
Topogyne

Literature values

Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.

Appearance: Light yellow oil

Source: PubChem CID 5282381 (HSDB)

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Frequently asked questions

What is Misoprostol USP CRS primarily used for?

Misoprostol USP CRS is used for research purposes, including studies on gastrointestinal cytoprotection, labor induction, and reproductive biology.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Misoprostol?

The chemical formula is **C₂₂H₃₈O₅**, and the molecular weight is **382.5 g/mol**.

How should Misoprostol USP CRS be stored?

Store at **-15 to -20°C** to maintain stability and potency.

What grade of Misoprostol does Molekula supply?

Molekula supplies **USP CRS (Certified Reference Standard)** grade Misoprostol for analytical and research applications.

Can Molekula supply Misoprostol in bulk quantities?

Yes, bulk quantities are available upon request—please contact our sales team for pricing and lead times.

What documentation comes with a Misoprostol order?

Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, **Safety Data Sheet (SDS)**, and **batch-specific documentation** for traceability.

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Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 2000 from ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified facilities. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.