Molekula
Sitagliptin
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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
Sitagliptin is a potent and selective dipeptidyl peptidase-4 (DPP-4) inhibitor used primarily in the treatment of type 2 diabetes to improve glycemic control. It lowers blood glucose by enhancing the action of incretin hormones. This chemical has a CAS number of 486460-32-6, molecular formula C16H15F6N5O, and a molecular weight of 407.31 g/mol. It must be stored at -15 to -20°C and carries a **Danger** signal word due to its hazardous properties. Molekula supplies Sitagliptin from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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10 mg — £81.00 per pack ex VAT · £97.20 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White or almost white powder |
| Water | ≤3.0% |
| Related Impurities | Total impurities ≤ 1.0% |
| Chiral Impurity | ≤1.0% |
| Assay (HPLC area) | ≥98.0% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 0 °C |
| Transport Class | Not regulated |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Viscous liquid |
Source: PubChem CID 4369359 (HSDB)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 18647862 |
| CAS Number | 486460-32-6 |
| IUPAC Name | (3R)-3-amino-1-[3-(trifluoromethyl)-6,8-dihydro-5H-[1,2,4]triazolo[4,3-a]pyrazin-7-yl]-4-(2,4,5-trifluorophenyl)butan-1-one |
| EC Number | 690-730-1 |
| Molecular Formula | C16H15F6N5O |
| Molecular Weight | 407.31 |
| Exact Mass | 407.1181 |
| SMILES | C1CN2C(=NN=C2C(F)(F)F)CN1C(=O)C[C@@H](CC3=CC(=C(C=C3F)F)F)N |
| InChIKey | MFFMDFFZMYYVKS-SECBINFHSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C16H15F6N5O/c17-10-6-12(19)11(18)4-8(10)3-9(23)5-14(28)26-1-2-27-13(7-26)24-25-15(27)16(20,21)22/h4,6,9H,1-3,5,7,23H2/t9-/m1/s1 |
| PubChem CID | 4369359 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 2933.59.9500 |
| Tariff Code | 2933599590 |
Safety & GHS
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Corrosive
GHS05
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
Hazard statements
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
- H318 Causes serious eye damage
- H373 May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- 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
- 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
- P314 Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- Januvia
- Sitagliptan
- Sitagliptin (Metformin,MK-0431)
- sitagliptina
- sitagliptine
- sitagliptinum
- Tesavel
- Xelevia
- ZITUVIMET COMPONENT SITAGLIPTIN
- Zituvio
Frequently asked questions
What is sitagliptin used for?
Sitagliptin is primarily used as an oral antihyperglycemic medication to treat type 2 diabetes by increasing insulin secretion and reducing glucose production.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of sitagliptin?
The chemical formula is **C₁₆H₁₅F₆N₅O**, and the molecular weight is **407.31 g/mol**.
How should sitagliptin be stored?
Sitagliptin should be stored at **-15 to -20°C** to maintain stability.
What grades or purities of sitagliptin does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies sitagliptin in **pharmaceutical-grade purity** suitable for research and development applications.
Can Molekula supply sitagliptin in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can provide sitagliptin in bulk, with quantities tailored to customer requirements.
What documentation comes with a sitagliptin order?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, **Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)**, and **batch-specific documentation** for traceability.
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