Nalidixic acid, 98%

Name: Nalidixic acid, 98%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-003739

About Nalidixic acid, 98%

Listed under CAS 389-08-2, Nalidixic acid is a research antibiotic available from Vaqora Chemicals in Synthesis grade at a purity of 98%. The compound has the formula C12H12N2O3, corresponding to a molecular weight of 232.23 g/mol. Systematically, it is named 1-ethyl-7-methyl-4-oxo-1,8-naphthyridine-3-carboxylic acid. Alternative names: Nalidixin and Nalidic acid.

The material typically appears as a white to beige powder. Literature values give a melting point of 227-229 °C. Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Danger”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

Key uses span selection in cell culture, microbiology research, antimicrobial studies and molecular biology workflows. Our customers for this product work in academic and industrial research and diagnostics and biotechnology.

Standard pack sizes are 1 g, 5 g, 25 g and 100 g, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

Selection in cell culture
Microbiology research
Antimicrobial studies
Molecular biology workflows

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Nalidixic acid, 98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-003739
CAS Number	389-08-2
IUPAC name	1-ethyl-7-methyl-4-oxo-1,8-naphthyridine-3-carboxylic acid
Molecular formula	C₁₂H₁₂N₂O₃
Molecular weight	232.23 g/mol
Exact mass	232.0848
Grade	Synthesis
Purity / assay	98%
HSN code	29183030
InChIKey	MHWLWQUZZRMNGJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CCN1C=C(C(=O)C2=C1N=C(C=C2)C)C(=O)O
PubChem CID	4421

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	White to beige powder
Melting point	227-229 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	1.4
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 5
TPSA	70.5 Å²
Synonyms	1,4-Dihydro-1-ethyl-7-methyl-1,8-naphthyridin-4-one-3-carboxylic acid, 1-Ethyl-1,4-dihydro-7-methyl-4-oxo-1,8-naphthyridine-3-carboxylic acid, Nalidixin, Nalidic acid, Nalidixinic acid, Nalurin, Urisal, 1-Ethyl-7-methyl-4-oxo-1,4-dihydro-1,8-naphthyridine-3-carboxylic acid, Specifin, Urodixin, Uralgin, Acide nalidixique

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Health hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H317May cause an allergic skin reaction
H334May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled
H351Suspected of causing cancer

Precautionary statements: P203, P233, P260, P261, P264, P270, P271, P272, P280, P284, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P318, P321, P330, P333 + P317, P342 + P316, P362 + P364, P403, 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 Nalidixic acid, 98%?

The CAS Registry Number of Nalidixic acid, 98% is 389-08-2. It is also known as 1,4-Dihydro-1-ethyl-7-methyl-1,8-naphthyridin-4-one-3-carboxylic acid, 1-Ethyl-1,4-dihydro-7-methyl-4-oxo-1,8-naphthyridine-3-carboxylic acid, Nalidixin.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Nalidixic acid, 98%?

Nalidixic acid, 98% has the molecular formula C12H12N2O3 and a molecular weight of 232.23 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 1-ethyl-7-methyl-4-oxo-1,8-naphthyridine-3-carboxylic acid.

Which grade and pack sizes of Nalidixic acid, 98% can I order?

We supply Nalidixic acid, 98% in Synthesis (98%) grade, in 1 g, 5 g, 25 g, 100 g, 1 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Nalidixic acid, 98%?

Yes. Every lot of Nalidixic acid, 98% 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 Nalidixic acid, 98% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Nalidixic acid, 98% 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.