Citalopram

Name: Citalopram
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-007393

About Citalopram

Citalopram (CAS 59729-33-8) is a high-purity reference standard of Citalopram offered by Vaqora Chemicals. The compound has the formula C20H21FN2O, corresponding to a molecular weight of 324.4 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is 1-[3-(dimethylamino)propyl]-1-(4-fluorophenyl)-3H-2-benzofuran-5-carbonitrile. It is also known as (±)-Citalopram or Bonitrile.

It is supplied as a solid. Reference materials should be stored sealed and away from light and moisture, as specified on the accompanying COA. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

As a reference sample of Citalopram, it is used for identification, assay and impurity-profiling work during analytical method development, validation (AMV) and routine QC. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Citalopram in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Identification & assay
Method development & validation
QC reference material

Industries

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Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Citalopram
Catalogue No.	VQ-007393
CAS Number	59729-33-8
IUPAC name	1-[3-(dimethylamino)propyl]-1-(4-fluorophenyl)-3H-2-benzofuran-5-carbonitrile
Molecular formula	C₂₀H₂₁FN₂O
Molecular weight	324.4 g/mol
Exact mass	324.1638
Grade	Reference Standard
HSN code	38229090
InChIKey	WSEQXVZVJXJVFP-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CN(C)CCCC1(C2=C(CO1)C=C(C=C2)C#N)C3=CC=C(C=C3)F
PubChem CID	2771

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
LogP (XLogP3)	3.2
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 4
TPSA	36.3 Å²
Synonyms	(±)-Citalopram, 1-[3-(Dimethylamino)propyl]-1-(4-fluorophenyl)-1,3-dihydro-5-isobenzofurancarbonitrile, 1-(3-Dimethylaminopropyl)-1-(4-fluorophenyl)-5-cyanophthalan, Bonitrile, Nitalapram, Prepram, 1-[3-(dimethylamino)propyl]-1-(4-fluorophenyl)-1,3-dihydro-2-benzofuran-5-carbonitrile, 1-(3-(Dimethylamino)propyl)-1-(p-fluorophenyl)-5-phthalancarbonitrile, 1,3-Dihydro-1-(3-(dimethylamino)propyl)-1-(4-fluorophenyl)-5-isobenzofurancarbonitrile, 5-Isobenzofurancarbonitrile, 1,3-dihydro-1-(3-(dimethylamino)propyl)-1-(4-fluorophenyl)-, 5-Isobenzofurancarbonitrile, 1-(3-(dimethylamino)propyl)-1-(4-fluorophenyl)-1,3-dihydro-, 5-Isobenzofurancarbonitrile, 1-[3-(dimethylamino)propyl]-1-(4-fluorophenyl)-1,3-dihydro-

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Health hazard

Environmental hazard

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H312Harmful in contact with skin
H315Causes skin irritation
H317May cause an allergic skin reaction
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H332Harmful if inhaled
H335May cause respiratory irritation
H361Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child
H410Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P203, P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P272, P273, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P317, P318, P319, P321, P330, P332 + P317, P333 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P391, P403 + P233

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 Citalopram?

The CAS Registry Number of Citalopram is 59729-33-8. It is also known as (±)-Citalopram, 1-[3-(Dimethylamino)propyl]-1-(4-fluorophenyl)-1,3-dihydro-5-isobenzofurancarbonitrile, 1-(3-Dimethylaminopropyl)-1-(4-fluorophenyl)-5-cyanophthalan.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Citalopram?

Citalopram has the molecular formula C20H21FN2O and a molecular weight of 324.4 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 1-[3-(dimethylamino)propyl]-1-(4-fluorophenyl)-3H-2-benzofuran-5-carbonitrile.

What is Citalopram used for?

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

We supply Citalopram 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 Citalopram?

Yes. Every lot of Citalopram 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 Citalopram be shipped internationally?

Yes. Citalopram 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.