Cefuroxime Axetil

About Cefuroxime Axetil

Cefuroxime Axetil is an antibacterial API (IP/BP/USP grade) carrying the CAS registry number 64544-07-6. The compound has the formula C20H22N4O10S, corresponding to a molecular weight of 510.5 g/mol. It is also known as Ceftin or Cefuroxime 1-acetoxyethyl ester.

In its supplied form it is a white or almost white powder(Results:Complies). Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. Under GHS it is labelled “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

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. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing.

We offer Cefuroxime Axetil in 1 kg, 5 kg and 25 kg packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.

Typical applications

Pharmaceutical formulation
Generic drug development

Industries

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Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Cefuroxime Axetil
Catalogue No.	VQ-003915
CAS Number	64544-07-6
IUPAC name	1-acetyloxyethyl (6R,7R)-3-(carbamoyloxymethyl)-7-[[(2Z)-2-(furan-2-yl)-2-methoxyiminoacetyl]amino]-8-oxo-5-thia-1-azabicyclo[4.2.0]oct-2-ene-2-carboxylate
Molecular formula	C₂₀H₂₂N₄O₁₀S
Molecular weight	510.5 g/mol
Exact mass	510.1057
Grade	IP/BP/USP
HSN code	2941
InChIKey	KEJCWVGMRLCZQQ-YJBYXUATSA-N
SMILES	CC(OC(=O)C)OC(=O)C1=C(CS[C@H]2N1C(=O)[C@H]2NC(=O)/C(=N\OC)/C3=CC=CO3)COC(=O)N
PubChem CID	6321416

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	A white or almost white powder(Results:Complies)
LogP (XLogP3)	0.9
H-bond donors / acceptors	2 / 12
TPSA	214 Å²
Synonyms	Ceftin, Cefuroxime 1-acetoxyethyl ester, Cepazine, Cefuroxime (as axetil), Cefuroxime Axetil for Oral Suspension, CXM-AX, Sharox-500, DRG-0157, SN 407, Cefuroxime axetile, Ceftin (TN), SN-407

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Health hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H317May cause an allergic skin reaction
H334May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled

Precautionary statements: P233, P260, P261, P271, P272, P280, P284, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P321, P333 + P317, P342 + P316, P362 + P364, P403, 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 Cefuroxime Axetil?

The CAS Registry Number of Cefuroxime Axetil is 64544-07-6. It is also known as Ceftin, Cefuroxime 1-acetoxyethyl ester, Cepazine.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Cefuroxime Axetil?

Cefuroxime Axetil has the molecular formula C20H22N4O10S and a molecular weight of 510.5 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 1-acetyloxyethyl (6R,7R)-3-(carbamoyloxymethyl)-7-[[(2Z)-2-(furan-2-yl)-2-methoxyiminoacetyl]amino]-8-oxo-5-thia-1-azabicyclo[4.2.0]oct-2-ene-2-carboxylate.

Which grade and pack sizes of Cefuroxime Axetil can I order?

We supply Cefuroxime Axetil 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 Cefuroxime Axetil?

Yes. Every lot of Cefuroxime Axetil 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 Cefuroxime Axetil be shipped internationally?

Yes. Cefuroxime Axetil 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.