Penicillin V

About Penicillin V

Penicillin V is a high-purity reference standard of Penicillin carrying the CAS registry number 87-08-1. The compound has the formula C16H18N2O5S, corresponding to a molecular weight of 350.4 g/mol. Systematically, it is named (2S,5R,6R)-3,3-dimethyl-7-oxo-6-[(2-phenoxyacetyl)amino]-4-thia-1-azabicyclo[3.2.0]heptane-2-carboxylic acid. Alternative names: Phenoxymethylpenicillin and Oracillin.

The product is provided as a solid. Keep the vial tightly closed, protected from light and humidity, at the temperature stated on the Certificate of Analysis. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Danger”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

As a reference sample of Penicillin, it is used for identification, assay and impurity-profiling work during analytical method development, validation (AMV) and routine QC. Typical end-use sectors are pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

We offer Penicillin V in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.

Typical applications

Identification & assay
Method development & validation
QC reference material

Industries

Related to Penicillin

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Penicillin impurities

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Penicillin V
Catalogue No.	VQ-033100
CAS Number	87-08-1
IUPAC name	(2S,5R,6R)-3,3-dimethyl-7-oxo-6-[(2-phenoxyacetyl)amino]-4-thia-1-azabicyclo[3.2.0]heptane-2-carboxylic acid
Molecular formula	C₁₆H₁₈N₂O₅S
Molecular weight	350.4 g/mol
Exact mass	350.0936
Grade	Reference Standard
HSN code	38229090
InChIKey	BPLBGHOLXOTWMN-MBNYWOFBSA-N
SMILES	CC1([C@@H](N2[C@H](S1)[C@@H](C2=O)NC(=O)COC3=CC=CC=C3)C(=O)O)C
PubChem CID	6869

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
LogP (XLogP3)	2.1
H-bond donors / acceptors	2 / 6
TPSA	121 Å²
Synonyms	Phenoxymethylpenicillin, Oracillin, Vebecillin, Penicillin phenoxymethyl, Phenopenicillin, Distaquaine V, Meropenin, Phenomycilline, V-Cillin, Beromycin, Fenacilin, Stabicillin

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 Penicillin V?

The CAS Registry Number of Penicillin V is 87-08-1. It is also known as Phenoxymethylpenicillin, Oracillin, Vebecillin.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Penicillin V?

Penicillin V has the molecular formula C16H18N2O5S and a molecular weight of 350.4 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is (2S,5R,6R)-3,3-dimethyl-7-oxo-6-[(2-phenoxyacetyl)amino]-4-thia-1-azabicyclo[3.2.0]heptane-2-carboxylic acid.

What is Penicillin V used for?

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

We supply Penicillin V 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 Penicillin V?

Yes. Every lot of Penicillin V 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 Penicillin V be shipped internationally?

Yes. Penicillin V 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.