Sulfadoxine

Name: Sulfadoxine
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-003948

About Sulfadoxine

Sulfadoxine (CAS 2447-57-6) is an antibacterial API offered by Vaqora Chemicals in IP/BP/USP grade. The compound has the formula C12H14N4O4S, corresponding to a molecular weight of 310.33 g/mol. The IUPAC name is 4-amino-N-(5,6-dimethoxypyrimidin-4-yl)benzenesulfonamide. Common synonyms include Sulphadoxine and Sulfadoxin.

In its supplied form it is a WHITE OR YELLOWISH-WHITE CRYSTALLINE POWDER OR CRYSTALS.(CONFORMS). Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. 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. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Standard pack sizes are 1 kg, 5 kg and 25 kg, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

Pharmaceutical formulation
Generic drug development

Industries

Grade guides

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Sulfadoxine
Catalogue No.	VQ-003948
CAS Number	2447-57-6
IUPAC name	4-amino-N-(5,6-dimethoxypyrimidin-4-yl)benzenesulfonamide
Molecular formula	C₁₂H₁₄N₄O₄S
Molecular weight	310.33 g/mol
Exact mass	310.0736
Grade	IP/BP/USP
HSN code	2941
InChIKey	PJSFRIWCGOHTNF-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	COC1=C(N=CN=C1OC)NS(=O)(=O)C2=CC=C(C=C2)N
PubChem CID	17134

Physical properties
Physical form	Crystalline
Appearance	WHITE OR YELLOWISH-WHITE CRYSTALLINE POWDER OR CRYSTALS.(CONFORMS)
LogP (XLogP3)	0.7
H-bond donors / acceptors	2 / 8
TPSA	125 Å²
Synonyms	Sulphadoxine, Sulfadoxin, Sulforthomidine, Sulphormethoxine, Benzenesulfonamide, 4-amino-N-(5,6-dimethoxy-4-pyrimidinyl)-, 4-Sulfanilamido-5,6-dimethoxypyrimidine, N'-(5,6-Dimethoxy-4-pyrimidyl)sulfanilamide, Sulformethoxine, Sulformetoxine, 4-amino-N-(5,6-dimethoxypyrimidin-4-yl)benzene-1-sulfonamide, Sulphormetoxin, Sulphorthodimethoxine

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Environmental hazard

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H317May cause an allergic skin reaction
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation
H400Very toxic to aquatic life
H410Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
H411Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P272, P273, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P333 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P391, P403 + P233, P405, 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 Sulfadoxine?

The CAS Registry Number of Sulfadoxine is 2447-57-6. It is also known as Sulphadoxine, Sulfadoxin, Sulforthomidine.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Sulfadoxine?

Sulfadoxine has the molecular formula C12H14N4O4S and a molecular weight of 310.33 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 4-amino-N-(5,6-dimethoxypyrimidin-4-yl)benzenesulfonamide.

Which grade and pack sizes of Sulfadoxine can I order?

We supply Sulfadoxine in IP/BP/USP 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 Sulfadoxine?

Yes. Every lot of Sulfadoxine 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 Sulfadoxine be shipped internationally?

Yes. Sulfadoxine 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.