Captopril

Name: Captopril
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-004084

About Captopril

Captopril (CAS 62571-86-2) is a cardiovascular API offered by Vaqora Chemicals in IP/BP/USP grade at a purity of 97.5%. Its molecular formula is C9H15NO3S and its molecular weight is 217.29 g/mol. The IUPAC name is (2S)-1-[(2S)-2-methyl-3-sulfanylpropanoyl]pyrrolidine-2-carboxylic acid. Common synonyms include L-Captopril and Captopryl.

The material typically appears as a white or almost white crystalline powder. Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Danger”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

As an active pharmaceutical ingredient within our cardiovascular and antihypertensive APIs range, it is offered in IP/BP/USP grade for formulation development, generic drug programmes and commercial manufacturing. Our customers for this product work in pharmaceutical manufacturing.

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

Typical applications

Pharmaceutical formulation
Generic drug development

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Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Captopril
Catalogue No.	VQ-004084
CAS Number	62571-86-2
IUPAC name	(2S)-1-[(2S)-2-methyl-3-sulfanylpropanoyl]pyrrolidine-2-carboxylic acid
Molecular formula	C₉H₁₅NO₃S
Molecular weight	217.29 g/mol
Exact mass	217.0773
Grade	IP/BP/USP
Purity / assay	97.5%
HSN code	2933
InChIKey	FAKRSMQSSFJEIM-RQJHMYQMSA-N
SMILES	C[C@H](CS)C(=O)N1CCC[C@H]1C(=O)O
PubChem CID	44093

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	White or almost white crystalline powder
LogP (XLogP3)	0.3
H-bond donors / acceptors	2 / 4
TPSA	58.6 Å²
Synonyms	L-Captopril, Captopryl, Captolane, Alopresin, Tensiomin, D-2-Methyl-3-mercaptopropanoyl-L-proline, D-3-Mercapto-2-methylpropanoyl-L-proline, Lopirin [Switzerland], D-3-Mercapto-2-methylpropionylproline, (2S)-1-(3-Mercapto-2-methylpropionyl)-L-proline, 1-((2S)-3-Mercapto-2-methylpropionyl)-L-proline, 3-Mercapto-2-methylpropionyl-proline

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Harmful / irritant

Health hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H317May cause an allergic skin reaction
H318Causes serious eye damage
H360May damage fertility or the unborn child
H361Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child

Precautionary statements: P203, P261, P264 + P265, P272, P280, P302 + P352, P305 + P354 + P338, P317, P318, P321, P333 + P317, P362 + P364, 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

Other grades of CAS 62571-86-2

Captopril powder, ≥98% (HPLC)

CAS: 62571-86-2
Formula: C₉H₁₅NO₃S
MW: 217.29 g/mol

VQ-012591

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Captopril?

The CAS Registry Number of Captopril is 62571-86-2. It is also known as L-Captopril, Captopryl, Captolane.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Captopril?

Captopril has the molecular formula C9H15NO3S and a molecular weight of 217.29 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is (2S)-1-[(2S)-2-methyl-3-sulfanylpropanoyl]pyrrolidine-2-carboxylic acid.

What is Captopril used for?

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

We supply Captopril in IP/BP/USP (97.5%) 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 Captopril?

Yes. Every lot of Captopril 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 Captopril be shipped internationally?

Yes. Captopril 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.