Clavulanate Potassium

About Clavulanate Potassium

Clavulanate Potassium is an antibacterial API (IP/BP/USP grade) carrying the CAS registry number 61177-45-5. The compound has the formula C8H8KNO5, corresponding to a molecular weight of 237.25 g/mol. Systematically, it is named potassium (2R,3Z,5R)-3-(2-hydroxyethylidene)-7-oxo-4-oxa-1-azabicyclo[3.2.0]heptane-2-carboxylate. Common synonyms include Potassium clavulanate and Amonate.

In its supplied form it is a white crystalline powder. Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. It carries the GHS signal word “Danger” with 6 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

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. Buyers come mainly from pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Available in 1 kg, 5 kg and 25 kg packs, Clavulanate Potassium is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Pharmaceutical formulation
Generic drug development

Industries

Grade guides

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Clavulanate Potassium
Catalogue No.	VQ-003920
CAS Number	61177-45-5
IUPAC name	potassium (2R,3Z,5R)-3-(2-hydroxyethylidene)-7-oxo-4-oxa-1-azabicyclo[3.2.0]heptane-2-carboxylate
Molecular formula	C₈H₈KNO₅
Molecular weight	237.25 g/mol
Exact mass	237.004
Grade	IP/BP/USP
HSN code	2941
InChIKey	ABVRVIZBZKUTMK-JSYANWSFSA-M
SMILES	C1[C@@H]2N(C1=O)[C@H](/C(=C/CO)/O2)C(=O)[O-].[K+]
PubChem CID	23665591

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	White crystalline powder
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 5
TPSA	89.9 Å²
Synonyms	Potassium clavulanate, Amonate, BRL 14151K, BRL-14151K, Clavulanic Acid, Monopotassium Salt, Clavulanate, Potassium, Potassium, Clavulanate, Clavulanic Acid Potassium Salt, Clavulanate (potassium), C8H8KNO5, Clavulansaeure kaliumsalz, Clavulanic Acid Potassium Salt in Cellulose (1:1 mixture)

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Flammable

Harmful / irritant

Health hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H228Flammable solid
H252Self-heating in large quantities, may catch fire
H317May cause an allergic skin reaction
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H334May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled
H361Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child

Precautionary statements: P203, P210, P233, P235, P240, P241, P260, P261, P264 + P265, P271, P272, P280, P284, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P318, P321, P333 + P317, P337 + P317, P342 + P316, P362 + P364, P370 + P378, P403

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 Clavulanate Potassium?

The CAS Registry Number of Clavulanate Potassium is 61177-45-5. It is also known as Potassium clavulanate, Amonate, BRL 14151K.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Clavulanate Potassium?

Clavulanate Potassium has the molecular formula C8H8KNO5 and a molecular weight of 237.25 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is potassium (2R,3Z,5R)-3-(2-hydroxyethylidene)-7-oxo-4-oxa-1-azabicyclo[3.2.0]heptane-2-carboxylate.

Which grade and pack sizes of Clavulanate Potassium can I order?

We supply Clavulanate Potassium 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 Clavulanate Potassium?

Yes. Every lot of Clavulanate Potassium 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 Clavulanate Potassium be shipped internationally?

Yes. Clavulanate Potassium 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.