Molekula
Nepafenac
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Nepafenac is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) primarily used as an ophthalmic medication to reduce pain and inflammation following ocular surgeries, such as cataract extraction. It is also used to manage postoperative inflammation in conditions like refractive surgery. This chemical has a CAS number of 78281-72-8, with the molecular formula C15H14N2O2 and a molecular weight of 254.28. It must be stored between 2 to 8 degrees Celsius and carries a "Danger" signal word due to its hazardous properties. Molekula supplies Nepafenac 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 — $58.70 per pack
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Yellow or light yellow crystalline powder |
| Impurity A | ≤0.1% |
| Heavy metals | ≤0.002% |
| Acetonitrile | ≤0.041% |
| Loss on Drying | ≤0.5% |
| Assay | 98.0%-101.5% |
| Sulphated Ash | ≤0.1% |
| Dichloromethane | ≤0.06% |
| Particle Size | 90% of particles not more than 15μm |
| Individual impurity | ≤0.2% |
| Isopropanol | ≤0.5% |
| Total Impurities | ≤0.5% |
| Tetrahydrofuran | ≤0.072% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | 2 to 8 °C |
| Transport Class | 6.1 (9) |
| Packing Group | II |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 89992605 |
| CAS Number | 78281-72-8 |
| IUPAC Name | 2-(2-amino-3-benzoylphenyl)acetamide |
| Molecular Formula | C15H14N2O2 |
| Molecular Weight | 254.28 |
| Exact Mass | 254.1055 |
| SMILES | C1=CC=C(C=C1)C(=O)C2=CC=CC(=C2N)CC(=O)N |
| InChIKey | QEFAQIPZVLVERP-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C15H14N2O2/c16-13(18)9-11-7-4-8-12(14(11)17)15(19)10-5-2-1-3-6-10/h1-8H,9,17H2,(H2,16,18) |
| PubChem CID | 151075 |
| UN Number | UN2811 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 29242977 |
| Tariff Code | 2924297099 |
Safety & GHS
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Toxic
GHS06
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
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Hazardous to the Environment
GHS09
Hazard statements
- H300 +H310 + H330 Fatal if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled
- H360F May damage fertility
- H373 May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
- H400 Very toxic to aquatic life
- H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P263 Avoid contact during pregnancy/while nursing
- P273 Avoid release to the environment
- 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
- P391 Collect spillage
- P501 Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- 2-(2-Amino-3-benzoylphenyl)acetamide
- 2-Amino-3-benzoylbenzeneacetamide
- AHR 9434
- AL 6515
- Benzeneacetamide, 2-amino-3-benzoyl-
- Ilevro
- Nepafenac (USAN:INN:BAN:JAN)
- nepafenaco
- nepafenacum
- Nevanac
Frequently asked questions
What is nepafenac used for?
Nepafenac is primarily used as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) in ophthalmic preparations to reduce pain and inflammation following ocular surgery.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of nepafenac?
The chemical formula is **C15H14N2O2** and the molecular weight is **254.28 g/mol**.
How should nepafenac be stored?
Store nepafenac at **2–8°C** to maintain stability and potency.
What grades or purities of nepafenac does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies nepafenac in **pharmaceutical-grade purity** suitable for ophthalmic formulations.
Can Molekula supply nepafenac in bulk quantities?
Yes, nepafenac is available in bulk quantities upon request, subject to minimum order quantities and regulatory compliance.
What documentation comes with a nepafenac order?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, **Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)**, and **batch-specific documentation** for traceability.
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