Artemisinin

Name: Artemisinin
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-003961

About Artemisinin

Listed under CAS 63968-64-9, Artemisinin is an anti-infective API available from Vaqora Chemicals (IP/BP/USP grade). The compound has the formula C15H22O5, corresponding to a molecular weight of 282.33 g/mol. Systematically, it is named (1R,4S,5R,8S,9R,12S,13R)-1,5,9-trimethyl-11,14,15,16-tetraoxatetracyclo[10.3.1.04,13.08,13]hexadecan-10-one. Common synonyms include (+)-Artemisinin and Artemisinine.

It is supplied as a white crystalline powder. Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. It carries the GHS signal word “Danger” with 3 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

This API belongs to our antiviral, antifungal and antiparasitic APIs portfolio and is supplied to IP/BP/USP specifications for formulators, contract manufacturers and generic drug developers. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Available in 1 kg, 5 kg and 25 kg packs, Artemisinin is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Anti-infective formulations
Generic drug development
Formulation R&D

Industries

Grade guides

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Artemisinin
Catalogue No.	VQ-003961
CAS Number	63968-64-9
IUPAC name	(1R,4S,5R,8S,9R,12S,13R)-1,5,9-trimethyl-11,14,15,16-tetraoxatetracyclo[10.3.1.04,13.08,13]hexadecan-10-one
Molecular formula	C₁₅H₂₂O₅
Molecular weight	282.33 g/mol
Exact mass	282.1467
Grade	IP/BP/USP
InChIKey	BLUAFEHZUWYNDE-NNWCWBAJSA-N
SMILES	C[C@@H]1CC[C@H]2[C@H](C(=O)O[C@H]3[C@@]24[C@H]1CC[C@](O3)(OO4)C)C
PubChem CID	68827

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	White crystalline powder
LogP (XLogP3)	2.8
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 5
TPSA	54 Å²
Synonyms	(+)-Artemisinin, Artemisinine, GNF-Pf-5341, qing hao su, 2-azanyl-5-methylsulfanyl-pentanoic acid, Arteannuin, Artemisine, Qing Hau SU, Quing Hau Sau, Qinghaosu [Chinese], (+)-Arteannuin, Qing Hau Sau [Chinese]

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Flammable

Environmental hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H242Heating may cause a fire
H400Very toxic to aquatic life
H410Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P210, P234, P235, P240, P273, P280, P370 + P378, P391, P403, 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

Other grades of CAS 63968-64-9

Artemisinin, 98%

CAS: 63968-64-9
Formula: C₁₅H₂₂O₅
MW: 282.33 g/mol

VQ-003787

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Artemisinin?

The CAS Registry Number of Artemisinin is 63968-64-9. It is also known as (+)-Artemisinin, Artemisinine, GNF-Pf-5341.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Artemisinin?

Artemisinin has the molecular formula C15H22O5 and a molecular weight of 282.33 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is (1R,4S,5R,8S,9R,12S,13R)-1,5,9-trimethyl-11,14,15,16-tetraoxatetracyclo[10.3.1.04,13.08,13]hexadecan-10-one.

Which grade and pack sizes of Artemisinin can I order?

We supply Artemisinin in IP/BP/USP grade, in 1 kg, 5 kg, 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Artemisinin?

Yes. Every lot of Artemisinin 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 Artemisinin be shipped internationally?

Yes. Artemisinin 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.