Ornidazole

About Ornidazole

Ornidazole is an antibacterial API (IP/BP/USP grade) carrying the CAS registry number 16773-42-5, specified at ≥98.0% purity. The compound has the formula C7H10ClN3O3, corresponding to a molecular weight of 219.62 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is 1-chloro-3-(2-methyl-5-nitroimidazol-1-yl)propan-2-ol. Alternative names: Tiberal and Ornidazol.

The material typically appears as a white or lightyellow powder. Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Warning”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

This API belongs to our antibiotic and antibacterial APIs portfolio and is supplied to IP/BP/USP specifications for formulators, contract manufacturers and generic drug developers. Our customers for this product work in pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Available in 1 kg, 5 kg and 25 kg packs, Ornidazole is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Pharmaceutical formulation
Generic drug development

Industries

Grade guides

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Ornidazole
Catalogue No.	VQ-003938
CAS Number	16773-42-5
IUPAC name	1-chloro-3-(2-methyl-5-nitroimidazol-1-yl)propan-2-ol
Molecular formula	C₇H₁₀ClN₃O₃
Molecular weight	219.62 g/mol
Exact mass	219.0411
Grade	IP/BP/USP
Purity / assay	≥98.0%
HSN code	2941
InChIKey	IPWKIXLWTCNBKN-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC1=NC=C(N1CC(CCl)O)[N+](=O)[O-]
PubChem CID	28061

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	White or lightyellow powder
LogP (XLogP3)	0.6
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 4
TPSA	83.9 Å²
Synonyms	Tiberal, 1-chloro-3-(2-methyl-5-nitro-1H-imidazol-1-yl)propan-2-ol, Ornidazol, 1-(3-Chloro-2-hydroxypropyl)-2-methyl-5-nitroimidazole, 1-(2-Hydroxy-3-chloropropyl)-2-methyl-5-nitroimidazole, alpha-(Chloromethyl)-2-methyl-5-nitro-1H-imidazole-1-ethanol, 1H-Imidazole-1-ethanol, alpha-(chloromethyl)-2-methyl-5-nitro-, alpha-(Chlormethyl)-2-methyl-5-nitro-imidazol-1-aethanol, 1-[3-Chloro-2-hydroxypropyl]-2-methyl-5-nitroimidazole, alpha-(Chloromethyl)-2-methyl-5-nitroimidazole-1-ethanol, 1H-Imidazole-1-ethanol, .alpha.-(chloromethyl)-2-methyl-5-nitro-, .alpha.-(Chloromethyl)-2-methyl-5-nitroimidazole-1-ethanol

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed

Precautionary statements: P264, P270, P301 + P317, P330, 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 Ornidazole?

The CAS Registry Number of Ornidazole is 16773-42-5. It is also known as Tiberal, 1-chloro-3-(2-methyl-5-nitro-1H-imidazol-1-yl)propan-2-ol, Ornidazol.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Ornidazole?

Ornidazole has the molecular formula C7H10ClN3O3 and a molecular weight of 219.62 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 1-chloro-3-(2-methyl-5-nitroimidazol-1-yl)propan-2-ol.

Which grade and pack sizes of Ornidazole can I order?

We supply Ornidazole in IP/BP/USP (≥98.0%) grade, in 1 kg, 5 kg, 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Ornidazole?

Yes. Every lot of Ornidazole 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 Ornidazole be shipped internationally?

Yes. Ornidazole 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.