Cefixime

Name: Cefixime
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-022085

About Cefixime

Cefixime (CAS 79350-37-1) is a high-purity reference standard of Cefixime offered by Vaqora Chemicals. Its molecular formula is C16H15N5O7S2 and its molecular weight is 453.5 g/mol. Alternative names: Cephoral and Cefixime Anhydrous.

The product is provided 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 “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

As a reference sample of Cefixime, 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 Cefixime 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	Cefixime
Catalogue No.	VQ-022085
CAS Number	79350-37-1
IUPAC name	(6R,7R)-7-[[(2Z)-2-(2-amino-1,3-thiazol-4-yl)-2-(carboxymethoxyimino)acetyl]amino]-3-ethenyl-8-oxo-5-thia-1-azabicyclo[4.2.0]oct-2-ene-2-carboxylic acid
Molecular formula	C₁₆H₁₅N₅O₇S₂
Molecular weight	453.5 g/mol
Exact mass	453.0413
Grade	Reference Standard
HSN code	38229090
InChIKey	OKBVVJOGVLARMR-QSWIMTSFSA-N
SMILES	C=CC1=C(N2[C@@H]([C@@H](C2=O)NC(=O)/C(=N\OCC(=O)O)/C3=CSC(=N3)N)SC1)C(=O)O
PubChem CID	5362065

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
LogP (XLogP3)	-0.7
H-bond donors / acceptors	4 / 12
TPSA	238 Å²
Synonyms	Cephoral, Cefixime Anhydrous, (-)-Cefixim, FK-027, Anhydrous cefixime, FK 027, Cefixoral, Cefiximum (Latin)

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Health hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H317May cause an allergic skin reaction
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H334May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P233, P260, P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P272, P280, P284, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P333 + P317, P337 + P317, P342 + P316, P362 + P364, P403, P403 + P233, 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 Cefixime?

The CAS Registry Number of Cefixime is 79350-37-1. It is also known as Cephoral, Cefixime Anhydrous, (-)-Cefixim.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Cefixime?

Cefixime has the molecular formula C16H15N5O7S2 and a molecular weight of 453.5 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is (6R,7R)-7-[[(2Z)-2-(2-amino-1,3-thiazol-4-yl)-2-(carboxymethoxyimino)acetyl]amino]-3-ethenyl-8-oxo-5-thia-1-azabicyclo[4.2.0]oct-2-ene-2-carboxylic acid.

What is Cefixime used for?

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

We supply Cefixime 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 Cefixime?

Yes. Every lot of Cefixime 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 Cefixime be shipped internationally?

Yes. Cefixime 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.