Molekula
Nifedipine
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ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 certified · Supplying laboratories and industry since 2000 · Listed pack sizes are a starting point — we manufacture, source and repack to the quantity you need
Nifedipine is a calcium channel blocker used primarily to treat hypertension and angina. It works by relaxing blood vessels, improving blood flow. Available in research and bulk quantities, it has a CAS number of 21829-25-4, molecular formula C17H18N2O6, and molecular weight of 346.33 g/mol. Store at 2 to 8 °C. Signal word: Warning. Molekula supplies Nifedipine 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 — £30.90 per pack ex VAT · £37.08 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Bright yellow powder |
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 |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Yellow crystals |
| Melting Point | 172-174 °C |
| Vapour Pressure | 2.6 × 10⁻⁸ mmHg at 25 °C |
| log P (octanol/water) | 2.20 |
Source: PubChem CID 4485 (HSDB)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 25112948 |
| CAS Number | 21829-25-4 |
| IUPAC Name | dimethyl 2,6-dimethyl-4-(2-nitrophenyl)-1,4-dihydropyridine-3,5-dicarboxylate |
| EC Number | 244-598-3 |
| Molecular Formula | C17H18N2O6 |
| Molecular Weight | 346.33 |
| Exact Mass | 346.1165 |
| SMILES | CC1=C(C(C(=C(N1)C)C(=O)OC)C2=CC=CC=C2[N+](=O)[O-])C(=O)OC |
| InChIKey | HYIMSNHJOBLJNT-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C17H18N2O6/c1-9-13(16(20)24-3)15(14(10(2)18-9)17(21)25-4)11-7-5-6-8-12(11)19(22)23/h5-8,15,18H,1-4H3 |
| PubChem CID | 4485 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 29333992 |
| Tariff Code | 2933399990 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
Hazard statements
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H361 Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child
Precautionary statements
- P263 Avoid contact during pregnancy/while nursing
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, 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
- Adalat
- Adalat CC
- Bay-a-1040
- Citilat
- Coracten
- dimethyl 2,6-dimethyl-4-(2-nitrophenyl)-1,4-dihydropyridine-3,5-dicarboxylate
- Fenihidine
- Oxcord
- Procardia
- Procardia XL
Frequently asked questions
What is nifedipine commonly used for?
Nifedipine is primarily used as a calcium channel blocker in pharmaceutical applications, particularly for treating hypertension and angina, and it is also used as a tocolytic agent to delay preterm labor.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of nifedipine?
The chemical formula is C₁₇H₁₈N₂O₆, and the molecular weight is 346.33 g/mol.
How should nifedipine be stored?
Store nifedipine at 2–8°C in a cool, dry place, protected from light and moisture.
What grades or purities of nifedipine does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies nifedipine in pharmaceutical-grade purity (typically ≥99% HPLC).
Can Molekula supply nifedipine in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can provide nifedipine in bulk, with quantities tailored to your research or manufacturing needs.
What documentation comes with a nifedipine order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and a batch-specific documentation for traceability.
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