Ampicillin

Name: Ampicillin
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-003269

About Ampicillin

Ampicillin (CAS 69-53-4) is a molecular biology reagent offered by Vaqora Chemicals in Biochemistry grade. The compound has the formula C16H19N3O4S, corresponding to a molecular weight of 349.4 g/mol. Common synonyms include D-(-)-a-Aminobenzylpenicillin and Aminobenzylpenicillin.

In its supplied form it is a white to off-white powder. Key physical data: a melting point of 208 °C (dec.). Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Danger”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

Key uses span electrophoresis, DNA/RNA workflows, protein analysis and molecular biology workflows. Buyers come mainly from academic and industrial research and diagnostics and biotechnology.

Available in 1 g, 5 g, 10 g and 100 g packs, Ampicillin is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Electrophoresis
DNA/RNA workflows
Protein analysis
Molecular biology workflows

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Ampicillin
Catalogue No.	VQ-003269
CAS Number	69-53-4
IUPAC name	(2S,5R,6R)-6-[[(2R)-2-amino-2-phenylacetyl]amino]-3,3-dimethyl-7-oxo-4-thia-1-azabicyclo[3.2.0]heptane-2-carboxylic acid
Molecular formula	C₁₆H₁₉N₃O₄S
Molecular weight	349.4 g/mol
Exact mass	349.1096
Grade	Biochemistry
HSN code	29420090
InChIKey	AVKUERGKIZMTKX-NJBDSQKTSA-N
SMILES	CC1([C@@H](N2[C@H](S1)[C@@H](C2=O)NC(=O)[C@@H](C3=CC=CC=C3)N)C(=O)O)C
PubChem CID	6249

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Melting point	208 °C (dec.)
Solubility	In 1 M NH4OH, 50 mg/ml
LogP (XLogP3)	-1.1
H-bond donors / acceptors	3 / 6
TPSA	138 Å²
Synonyms	D-(-)-a-Aminobenzylpenicillin, Aminobenzylpenicillin, Ampicillin acid, Tokiocillin, Ampicilline, Semicillin, anhydrous ampicillin, Ampicillin Anhydrous, Synpenin, D-Ampicillin, Ampipenin, Copharcilin

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Health hazard

Environmental 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
H400Very toxic to aquatic life
H411Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P233, P260, P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P272, P273, P280, P284, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P333 + P317, P337 + P317, P342 + P316, P362 + P364, P391, P403, P403 + P233, P405

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 Ampicillin?

The CAS Registry Number of Ampicillin is 69-53-4. It is also known as D-(-)-a-Aminobenzylpenicillin, Aminobenzylpenicillin, Ampicillin acid.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Ampicillin?

Ampicillin has the molecular formula C16H19N3O4S and a molecular weight of 349.4 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is (2S,5R,6R)-6-[[(2R)-2-amino-2-phenylacetyl]amino]-3,3-dimethyl-7-oxo-4-thia-1-azabicyclo[3.2.0]heptane-2-carboxylic acid.

Which grade and pack sizes of Ampicillin can I order?

We supply Ampicillin in Biochemistry grade, in 1 g, 5 g, 10 g, 100 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Ampicillin?

Yes. Every lot of Ampicillin 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 Ampicillin be shipped internationally?

Yes. Ampicillin 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.