Levetiracetam

About Levetiracetam

Levetiracetam is a high-purity reference standard of Levetiracetam carrying the CAS registry number 102767-28-2. With the molecular formula C8H14N2O2, it has a molar mass of 170.21 g/mol. The IUPAC name is (2S)-2-(2-oxopyrrolidin-1-yl)butanamide. Common synonyms include (αS)-α-Ethyl-2-oxo-1-pyrrolidineacetamide and (-)-Levetiracetam.

It is supplied as a solid. Store the standard in its sealed vial, protected from light and moisture, and follow the storage condition printed on the COA. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

As a reference sample of Levetiracetam, it is used for identification, assay and impurity-profiling work during analytical method development, validation (AMV) and routine QC. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

We offer Levetiracetam in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide. This item is currently in stock for prompt dispatch.

Typical applications

Identification & assay
Method development & validation
QC reference material

Industries

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Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Levetiracetam
Catalogue No.	VQ-007538
CAS Number	102767-28-2
IUPAC name	(2S)-2-(2-oxopyrrolidin-1-yl)butanamide
Molecular formula	C₈H₁₄N₂O₂
Molecular weight	170.21 g/mol
Exact mass	170.1055
Grade	Reference Standard
HSN code	38229090
InChIKey	HPHUVLMMVZITSG-LURJTMIESA-N
SMILES	CC[C@@H](C(=O)N)N1CCCC1=O
PubChem CID	5284583

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
LogP (XLogP3)	-0.3
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 2
TPSA	63.4 Å²
Synonyms	(αS)-α-Ethyl-2-oxo-1-pyrrolidineacetamide, (-)-Levetiracetam, (S)-2-(2-Oxopyrrolidin-1-yl)butanamide, (S)-Levetiracetam, Levesam, Levesam 500, Keppra XR, UCB-L 059, ucb L059, Levetiracetam teva, UCB-L059, (S)-alpha-Ethyl-2-oxo-1-pyrrolidineacetamide

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H319Causes serious eye irritation

Precautionary statements: P264, P264 + P265, P270, P280, P301 + P317, P305 + P351 + P338, P330, P337 + P317, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Levetiracetam?

The CAS Registry Number of Levetiracetam is 102767-28-2. It is also known as (αS)-α-Ethyl-2-oxo-1-pyrrolidineacetamide, (-)-Levetiracetam, (S)-2-(2-Oxopyrrolidin-1-yl)butanamide.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Levetiracetam?

Levetiracetam has the molecular formula C8H14N2O2 and a molecular weight of 170.21 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is (2S)-2-(2-oxopyrrolidin-1-yl)butanamide.

What is Levetiracetam used for?

Levetiracetam is supplied as a characterised reference material related to Levetiracetam. It is used for analytical method development and validation (AMV), impurity profiling, stability studies and quality control, and in ANDA/DMF regulatory filings.

Which grade and pack sizes of Levetiracetam can I order?

We supply Levetiracetam in Reference Standard grade, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg, 250 mg, 500 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Levetiracetam?

Yes. Every lot of Levetiracetam is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Levetiracetam be shipped internationally?

Yes. Levetiracetam is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.