Alpha-Artemether

Name: Alpha-Artemether
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-020832

About Alpha-Artemether

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Alpha-Artemether, an impurity of Artemether registered under CAS number 71939-51-0. The compound has the formula C16H26O5, corresponding to a molecular weight of 298.37 g/mol. Common synonyms include α-Artemether and alpha-Dihydroartemisinin methyl ether.

It is supplied as a solid. Store the standard in its sealed vial, protected from light and moisture, and follow the storage condition printed on the COA. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Danger”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

As a characterised impurity of Artemether, it is used for analytical method development, method validation (AMV) and routine quality-control testing, and it supports ANDA and DMF regulatory filings. Buyers come mainly from pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

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

Typical applications

Analytical method development
Method validation (AMV)
QC release testing
ANDA / DMF filings

Industries

Related to Artemether

View every impurity, metabolite and intermediate we list for Artemether.

Artemether impurities

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Alpha-Artemether
Catalogue No.	VQ-020832
CAS Number	71939-51-0
IUPAC name	(1R,4S,5R,8S,9R,10R,12R,13R)-10-methoxy-1,5,9-trimethyl-11,14,15,16-tetraoxatetracyclo[10.3.1.04,13.08,13]hexadecane
Molecular formula	C₁₆H₂₆O₅
Molecular weight	298.37 g/mol
Exact mass	298.178
Grade	Reference Standard
HSN code	38229090
InChIKey	SXYIRMFQILZOAM-CNNNLJIRSA-N
SMILES	C[C@@H]1CC[C@H]2[C@H]([C@@H](O[C@H]3[C@@]24[C@H]1CC[C@](O3)(OO4)C)OC)C
PubChem CID	104888

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
LogP (XLogP3)	3.1
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 5
TPSA	46.2 Å²
Synonyms	α-Artemether, alpha-Dihydroartemisinin methyl ether, SM-229, a-Artemether, SM 229, (+)-a-Artemether, .alpha.-Dihydroartemisinin methyl ether

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Flammable

Harmful / irritant

Health hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H242Heating may cause a fire
H302Harmful if swallowed

Precautionary statements: P203, P210, P234, P235, P240, P264, P270, P280, P301 + P317, P318, P330, P370 + P378, P403, P405, P410, P411, P420, 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 Alpha-Artemether?

The CAS Registry Number of Alpha-Artemether is 71939-51-0. It is also known as α-Artemether, alpha-Dihydroartemisinin methyl ether, SM-229.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Alpha-Artemether?

Alpha-Artemether has the molecular formula C16H26O5 and a molecular weight of 298.37 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is (1R,4S,5R,8S,9R,10R,12R,13R)-10-methoxy-1,5,9-trimethyl-11,14,15,16-tetraoxatetracyclo[10.3.1.04,13.08,13]hexadecane.

What is Alpha-Artemether used for?

Alpha-Artemether is supplied as a characterised reference material related to Artemether. 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 Alpha-Artemether can I order?

We supply Alpha-Artemether 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 Alpha-Artemether?

Yes. Every lot of Alpha-Artemether 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 Alpha-Artemether be shipped internationally?

Yes. Alpha-Artemether 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.