Methsuximide

Name: Methsuximide
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-043549

About Methsuximide

Methsuximide (CAS 77-41-8) is a high-purity reference standard of Methsuximide offered by Vaqora Chemicals. With the molecular formula C12H13NO2, it has a molar mass of 203.24 g/mol. The IUPAC name is 1,3-dimethyl-3-phenylpyrrolidine-2,5-dione. It is also known as Mesuximide or Celontin.

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. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

As a reference sample of Methsuximide, 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.

Available in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs, Methsuximide is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Identification & assay
Method development & validation
QC reference material

Industries

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Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Methsuximide
Catalogue No.	VQ-043549
CAS Number	77-41-8
IUPAC name	1,3-dimethyl-3-phenylpyrrolidine-2,5-dione
Molecular formula	C₁₂H₁₃NO₂
Molecular weight	203.24 g/mol
Exact mass	203.0946
Grade	Reference Standard
HSN code	38229090
InChIKey	AJXPJJZHWIXJCJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC1(CC(=O)N(C1=O)C)C2=CC=CC=C2
PubChem CID	6476

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
LogP (XLogP3)	1.2
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 2
TPSA	37.4 Å²
Synonyms	Mesuximide, Celontin, Metsuccimide, alpha-Methylphensuximide, N,2-Dimethyl-2-phenylsuccinimide, 1,3-Dimethyl-3-phenylsuccinimide, Metosuccimmide, 1,3-Dimethyl-3-phenyl-2,5-dioxopyrrolidine, 1,3-Dimethyl-3-phenyl-pyrrolidin-2,5-dione, 2,5-Pyrrolidinedione, 1,3-dimethyl-3-phenyl-, N-Methyl-alpha-methyl-alpha-phenylsuccinimide, alpha-Methyl-alpha-phenyl N-methyl succinimide

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H412Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P264, P270, P273, P301 + P317, P330, 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 Methsuximide?

The CAS Registry Number of Methsuximide is 77-41-8. It is also known as Mesuximide, Celontin, Metsuccimide.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methsuximide?

Methsuximide has the molecular formula C12H13NO2 and a molecular weight of 203.24 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 1,3-dimethyl-3-phenylpyrrolidine-2,5-dione.

What is Methsuximide used for?

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

We supply Methsuximide 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 Methsuximide?

Yes. Every lot of Methsuximide 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 Methsuximide be shipped internationally?

Yes. Methsuximide 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.