Cefmetazole Sodium

Name: Cefmetazole Sodium
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-043103

About Cefmetazole Sodium

Cefmetazole Sodium is a high-purity reference standard of Cefmetazole carrying the CAS registry number 56796-39-5. Formula C15H16N7NaO5S3, molecular weight 493.5 g/mol. Common synonyms include Zefazone and CMZ sodium.

It is supplied as a solid. Reference materials should be stored sealed and away from light and moisture, as specified on the accompanying COA. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Danger”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

Laboratories use this Cefmetazole standard for identity and assay testing, system suitability checks and method validation supporting ANDA and DMF filings. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Available in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs, Cefmetazole Sodium is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Identification & assay
Method development & validation
QC reference material

Industries

Related to Cefmetazole

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

Cefmetazole impurities

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Cefmetazole Sodium
Catalogue No.	VQ-043103
CAS Number	56796-39-5
IUPAC name	sodium (6R,7S)-7-[[2-(cyanomethylsulfanyl)acetyl]amino]-7-methoxy-3-[(1-methyltetrazol-5-yl)sulfanylmethyl]-8-oxo-5-thia-1-azabicyclo[4.2.0]oct-2-ene-2-carboxylate
Molecular formula	C₁₅H₁₆N₇NaO₅S₃
Molecular weight	493.5 g/mol
Exact mass	493.0273
Grade	Reference Standard
HSN code	38229090
InChIKey	BITQGIOJQWZUPL-PBCQUBLHSA-M
SMILES	CN1C(=NN=N1)SCC2=C(N3[C@@H]([C@@](C3=O)(NC(=O)CSCC#N)OC)SC2)C(=O)[O-].[Na+]
PubChem CID	23666711

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 12
TPSA	242 Å²
Synonyms	Zefazone, CMZ sodium, Zefazone In Plastic Container, Sodium, Cefmetazole, Cefmetazole Monosodium Salt, Monosodium Salt, Cefmetazole, Salt, Cefmetazole Monosodium, Sodium cefmetazole, cefmetazone

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Health 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

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Cefmetazole Sodium?

The CAS Registry Number of Cefmetazole Sodium is 56796-39-5. It is also known as Zefazone, CMZ sodium, Zefazone In Plastic Container.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Cefmetazole Sodium?

Cefmetazole Sodium has the molecular formula C15H16N7NaO5S3 and a molecular weight of 493.5 g/mol.

What is Cefmetazole Sodium used for?

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

We supply Cefmetazole Sodium 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 Cefmetazole Sodium?

Yes. Every lot of Cefmetazole Sodium 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 Cefmetazole Sodium be shipped internationally?

Yes. Cefmetazole Sodium 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.