Ertapenem

About Ertapenem

Ertapenem is a high-purity reference standard of Ertapenem carrying the CAS registry number 153832-46-3. With the molecular formula C22H25N3O7S, it has a molar mass of 475.5 g/mol. Common synonyms include ertapenem hydrochloride and MK-826.

It is supplied as a solid. Keep the vial tightly closed, protected from light and humidity, at the temperature stated on the Certificate of Analysis. It carries the GHS signal word “Danger” with 3 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

Laboratories use this Ertapenem standard for identity and assay testing, system suitability checks and method validation supporting ANDA and DMF filings. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Standard pack sizes are 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

Identification & assay
Method development & validation
QC reference material

Industries

Related to Ertapenem

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Ertapenem impurities

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Ertapenem
Catalogue No.	VQ-037057
CAS Number	153832-46-3
IUPAC name	(4R,5S,6S)-3-[(3S,5S)-5-[(3-carboxyphenyl)carbamoyl]pyrrolidin-3-yl]sulfanyl-6-[(1R)-1-hydroxyethyl]-4-methyl-7-oxo-1-azabicyclo[3.2.0]hept-2-ene-2-carboxylic acid
Molecular formula	C₂₂H₂₅N₃O₇S
Molecular weight	475.5 g/mol
Exact mass	475.1413
Grade	Reference Standard
HSN code	38229090
InChIKey	JUZNIMUFDBIJCM-ANEDZVCMSA-N
SMILES	C[C@@H]1[C@@H]2[C@H](C(=O)N2C(=C1S[C@H]3C[C@H](NC3)C(=O)NC4=CC=CC(=C4)C(=O)O)C(=O)O)[C@@H](C)O
PubChem CID	150610

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
LogP (XLogP3)	-1.5
H-bond donors / acceptors	5 / 9
TPSA	182 Å²

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Health hazard

Environmental hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H334May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled
H400Very toxic to aquatic life
H411Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P233, P260, P271, P273, P284, P304 + P340, P342 + P316, P391, P403, 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 Ertapenem?

The CAS Registry Number of Ertapenem is 153832-46-3. It is also known as ertapenem hydrochloride, MK-826, EX-A5317.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Ertapenem?

Ertapenem has the molecular formula C22H25N3O7S and a molecular weight of 475.5 g/mol.

What is Ertapenem used for?

Ertapenem is supplied as a characterised reference material related to Ertapenem. 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 Ertapenem can I order?

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

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Ertapenem?

Yes. Every lot of Ertapenem 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 Ertapenem be shipped internationally?

Yes. Ertapenem 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.