Molekula
Tigecycline
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ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 certified · Supplying laboratories and industry since 1999 · Listed pack sizes are a starting point — we manufacture, source and repack to the quantity you need
Tigecycline is a broad-spectrum antibiotic belonging to the glycylcycline class, used to treat severe bacterial infections, including those caused by multidrug-resistant pathogens. It is a semi-synthetic derivative of tetracycline. CAS: 220620-09-7, Molecular Formula: C29H39N5O8, Molecular Weight: 585.65 g/mol, Storage: -15 to -20 °C, Signal Word: Danger.
Molekula supplies Tigecycline at 98.0 % - 102.0 % purity (Anhydrous) in 500 mg packs, from £167.64 inc. VAT. It is in stock for same-day dispatch. Every batch ships with a certificate of analysis, and safety data sheets are available in 7 languages. Larger quantities, up to multi-tonne, are quoted on request.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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500 mg — £139.70 per pack ex VAT · £167.64 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Yellow to orange crystalline powder |
| Specific rotation | -240° to -215° |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
| pH | 7.0 - 8.5 |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤ 0.1 % |
| Moisture | ≤ 3.0 % |
| Total Impurities | ≤ 2.0 % |
| Assay (Anhydrous) | 98.0 % - 102.0 % |
| Tigecycline epimers | ≤ 1.0 % |
| Any single unknown impurity | ≤ 1.0 % |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | -15 to -20 °C |
| Transport Class | 9 |
| Packing Group | III |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 76933119 |
| CAS Number | 220620-09-7 |
| IUPAC Name | (4S,4aS,5aR,12aR)-9-[[2-(tert-butylamino)acetyl]amino]-4,7-bis(dimethylamino)-1,10,11,12a-tetrahydroxy-3,12-dioxo-4a,5,5a,6-tetrahydro-4H-tetracene-2-carboxamide |
| Molecular Formula | C29H39N5O8 |
| Molecular Weight | 585.65 |
| Exact Mass | 585.2799 |
| SMILES | CC(C)(C)NCC(=O)NC1=CC(=C2C[C@H]3C[C@H]4[C@@H](C(=O)C(=C([C@]4(C(=O)C3=C(C2=C1O)O)O)O)C(=O)N)N(C)C)N(C)C |
| InChIKey | SOVUOXKZCCAWOJ-HJYUBDRYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C29H39N5O8/c1-28(2,3)31-11-17(35)32-15-10-16(33(4)5)13-8-12-9-14-21(34(6)7)24(38)20(27(30)41)26(40)29(14,42)25(39)18(12)23(37)19(13)22(15)36/h10,12,14,21,31,36-37,40,42H,8-9,11H2,1-7H3,(H2,30,41)(H,32,35)/t12-,14-,21-,29-/m0/s1 |
| PubChem CID | 54686904 |
| UN Number | UN3077 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 2941300000 |
| Tariff Code | 2941300000 |
Safety & GHS
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Corrosive
GHS05
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
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Hazardous to the Environment
GHS09
Hazard statements
- H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
- H318 Causes serious eye damage
- H360 May damage fertility or the unborn child
- 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
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- 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
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in Czech, English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, 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.
Quality certificates
Molekula Group is certified to ISO 9001:2015 (quality) and ISO 14001:2015 (environmental management), audited by a UKAS-accredited body. Both certificates are valid to 17 May 2028.
Synonyms
- 9-t-butylglycylamido-minocycline
- GAR 936
- GAR-936,Tigecycline
- TBG-MINO
- Tigeciclina
- Tigilcycline
- tiglicycline
- Tygacil
- Tygacil (TN)
- Tygacil(TM)
Frequently asked questions
What is Tigecycline used for?
Tigecycline is a broad-spectrum antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections, including those caused by multidrug-resistant pathogens.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Tigecycline?
The formula is C29H39N5O8 with a molecular weight of 585.65 g/mol.
How should Tigecycline be stored?
Tigecycline should be stored at temperatures between -15 and -20 °C to maintain stability.
What grade of Tigecycline does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies Tigecycline to a defined specification, including an anhydrous assay of 98.0–102.0%, total impurities of no more than 2.0% and tigecycline epimers of no more than 1.0%.
Can Molekula supply Tigecycline in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply Tigecycline in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a Tigecycline order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
Where can I buy Tigecycline?
Directly from Molekula, which lists Tigecycline in 500 mg packs from £167.64 inc. VAT, with a certificate of analysis for every batch. Larger quantities are quoted on request. Molekula's offices: United Kingdom, France, Spain, Germany, Italy, United States and China.
Is Tigecycline dangerous goods for shipping?
Yes. Tigecycline ships as dangerous goods: UN3077, class 9, packing group III.
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