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Sulfacetamide

SKU 34100925 CAS 144-80-9 C8H10N2O3S MW 214.24 Available on enquiry

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Sulfacetamide is a sulfonamide antibiotic and antimicrobial agent primarily used in ophthalmic preparations to treat bacterial infections of the eye, such as conjunctivitis. It is also employed in topical formulations for acne and other skin conditions due to its antibacterial properties. This white to off-white crystalline powder has a CAS number of 144-80-9, a molecular formula of C8H10N2O3S, and a molecular weight of 214.24. It is stable under ambient storage conditions and carries no signal word for hazard classification. Molekula supplies Sulfacetamide 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: 34100925
CAS Number: 144-80-9
IUPAC Name: N-(4-aminophenyl)sulfonylacetamide
EC Number: 205-640-6
Molecular Formula: C8H10N2O3S
Molecular Weight: 214.24
Exact Mass: 214.0412
SMILES: CC(=O)NS(=O)(=O)C1=CC=C(C=C1)N
InChIKey: SKIVFJLNDNKQPD-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI: InChI=1S/C8H10N2O3S/c1-6(11)10-14(12,13)8-4-2-7(9)3-5-8/h2-5H,9H2,1H3,(H,10,11)
PubChem CID: 5320

Synonyms

Acetocid
Acetosulfamin
Acetosulfamine
N-((4-Aminophenyl)sulfonyl)acetamide
N-Acetylsulfanilamide
N-Sulfanilylacetamide
N-Sulphanilylacetamide
Sulfacet
Sulphacetamide
Urosulfon

Literature values

Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.

Melting Point: 183 °C

Source: PubChem CID 5320 (DrugBank)

Frequently asked questions

What is sulfacetamide commonly used for?

Sulfacetamide is primarily used as an antibacterial agent in ophthalmic preparations (e.g., eye drops) and topical dermatological treatments for conditions like acne and rosacea.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of sulfacetamide?

The chemical formula is **C₈H₁₀N₂O₃S**, and the molecular weight is **214.24 g/mol**.

How should sulfacetamide be stored?

Store sulfacetamide at **ambient temperature** in a dry, well-ventilated area, away from incompatible substances.

What grades or purity levels of sulfacetamide does Molekula supply?

Molekula supplies **pharmaceutical-grade (USP/EP/BP)** sulfacetamide for medical and cosmetic applications.

Can Molekula supply sulfacetamide in bulk quantities?

Yes, we offer sulfacetamide in bulk, with minimum order quantities and packaging options tailored to your needs—contact us for specifics.

What documentation comes with a sulfacetamide order?

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

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Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 1999, and its facilities are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. 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.