Cefoxitin sodium

Name: Cefoxitin sodium
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-024861

About Cefoxitin sodium

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Cefoxitin sodium, a high-purity reference standard of Cefoxitin registered under CAS number 33564-30-6. Its molecular formula is C16H16N3NaO7S2 and its molecular weight is 449.4 g/mol. Alternative names: Cefoxitin Sodium Salt and Cefoxitin and dextrose in duplex container.

The product is provided as a solid. Store the standard in its sealed vial, protected from light and moisture, and follow the storage condition printed on the COA. It carries the GHS signal word “Danger” with 5 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

Laboratories use this Cefoxitin standard for identity and assay testing, system suitability checks and method validation supporting ANDA and DMF filings. Buyers come mainly from pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

We offer Cefoxitin sodium 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	Cefoxitin sodium
Catalogue No.	VQ-024861
CAS Number	33564-30-6
IUPAC name	sodium (6R,7S)-3-(carbamoyloxymethyl)-7-methoxy-8-oxo-7-[(2-thiophen-2-ylacetyl)amino]-5-thia-1-azabicyclo[4.2.0]oct-2-ene-2-carboxylate
Molecular formula	C₁₆H₁₆N₃NaO₇S₂
Molecular weight	449.4 g/mol
Exact mass	449.0327
Grade	Reference Standard
HSN code	38229090
InChIKey	GNWUOVJNSFPWDD-XMZRARIVSA-M
SMILES	CO[C@@]1([C@@H]2N(C1=O)C(=C(CS2)COC(=O)N)C(=O)[O-])NC(=O)CC3=CC=CS3.[Na+]
PubChem CID	23667300

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
H-bond donors / acceptors	2 / 9
TPSA	205 Å²
Synonyms	Cefoxitin Sodium Salt, Cefoxitin and dextrose in duplex container, Sodium, Cefoxitin, Cefoxitin and Dextrose, Merxin, Mefoxin, Monosodium cefoxitin, Cefoxotin sodium, MK 206, MK-306, Mefoxithin

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Health hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H317May cause an allergic skin reaction
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H334May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P233, P260, P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P272, P280, P284, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P333 + P317, P337 + P317, P342 + P316, P362 + P364, P403, 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 Cefoxitin sodium?

The CAS Registry Number of Cefoxitin sodium is 33564-30-6. It is also known as Cefoxitin Sodium Salt, Cefoxitin and dextrose in duplex container, Sodium, Cefoxitin.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Cefoxitin sodium?

Cefoxitin sodium has the molecular formula C16H16N3NaO7S2 and a molecular weight of 449.4 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is sodium (6R,7S)-3-(carbamoyloxymethyl)-7-methoxy-8-oxo-7-[(2-thiophen-2-ylacetyl)amino]-5-thia-1-azabicyclo[4.2.0]oct-2-ene-2-carboxylate.

What is Cefoxitin sodium used for?

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

We supply Cefoxitin sodium 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 Cefoxitin sodium?

Yes. Every lot of Cefoxitin sodium 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 Cefoxitin sodium be shipped internationally?

Yes. Cefoxitin sodium 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.