Cysteamine bitartrate

Name: Cysteamine bitartrate
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-029968

About Cysteamine bitartrate

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Cysteamine bitartrate, a high-purity reference standard of Cysteamine registered under CAS number 27761-19-9. Its molecular formula is C6H13NO6S and its molecular weight is 227.24 g/mol. Common synonyms include Mercamine bitartrate and Mercaptamine bitartrate.

The product is provided as a solid. Reference materials should be stored sealed and away from light and moisture, as specified on the accompanying COA. It carries the GHS signal word “Warning” with 5 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

Laboratories use this Cysteamine 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.

We offer Cysteamine bitartrate in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.

Typical applications

Identification & assay
Method development & validation
QC reference material

Industries

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Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Cysteamine bitartrate
Catalogue No.	VQ-029968
CAS Number	27761-19-9
IUPAC name	2-aminoethanethiol;(2R,3R)-2,3-dihydroxybutanedioic acid
Molecular formula	C₆H₁₃NO₆S
Molecular weight	227.24 g/mol
Exact mass	227.0464
Grade	Reference Standard
HSN code	38229090
InChIKey	NSKJTUFFDRENDM-ZVGUSBNCSA-N
SMILES	C(CS)N.[C@@H]([C@H](C(=O)O)O)(C(=O)O)O
PubChem CID	11958147

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
H-bond donors / acceptors	6 / 8
TPSA	142 Å²
Synonyms	Mercamine bitartrate, Mercaptamine bitartrate, Mercaptoethylamine bitartrate, Cysteamine Tartrate, RP-103, beta-Mercaptoethylamine hydrogen tartrate, Tartrate, Cysteamine, Bitartrate, Cysteamine, Cysteamine Tartrate (1:1), Ethanethiol, 2-amino-, (2R,3R)-2,3-dihydroxybutanedioate (1:1), Cysteamine bitartrate (JAN), 2-Aminoethanethiol (2R,3R)-2,3-dihydroxysuccinate

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Health hazard

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation
H361Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child

Precautionary statements: P203, P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P318, P319, P321, P330, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, 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 Cysteamine bitartrate?

The CAS Registry Number of Cysteamine bitartrate is 27761-19-9. It is also known as Mercamine bitartrate, Mercaptamine bitartrate, Mercaptoethylamine bitartrate.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Cysteamine bitartrate?

Cysteamine bitartrate has the molecular formula C6H13NO6S and a molecular weight of 227.24 g/mol.

What is Cysteamine bitartrate used for?

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

We supply Cysteamine bitartrate 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 Cysteamine bitartrate?

Yes. Every lot of Cysteamine bitartrate 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 Cysteamine bitartrate be shipped internationally?

Yes. Cysteamine bitartrate 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.