Cefotaxime Sodium

Name: Cefotaxime Sodium
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-003911

About Cefotaxime Sodium

Cefotaxime Sodium is an antibacterial API in IP/BP/USP grade carrying the CAS registry number 64485-93-4. Formula C16H16N5NaO7S2, molecular weight 477.5 g/mol. Common synonyms include Sodium cefotaxime and (+)-Cefotaxime sodium salt.

In its supplied form it is a white to light yellow crystalline powder (Results:Conform). 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 antibiotic and antibacterial APIs range, it is offered in IP/BP/USP grade for formulation development, generic drug programmes and commercial manufacturing. Typical end-use sectors are pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Cefotaxime Sodium in 1 kg, 5 kg and 25 kg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Pharmaceutical formulation
Generic drug development

Industries

Grade guides

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Cefotaxime Sodium
Catalogue No.	VQ-003911
CAS Number	64485-93-4
IUPAC name	sodium (6R,7R)-3-(acetyloxymethyl)-7-[[(2Z)-2-(2-amino-1,3-thiazol-4-yl)-2-methoxyiminoacetyl]amino]-8-oxo-5-thia-1-azabicyclo[4.2.0]oct-2-ene-2-carboxylate
Molecular formula	C₁₆H₁₆N₅NaO₇S₂
Molecular weight	477.5 g/mol
Exact mass	477.0389
Grade	IP/BP/USP
HSN code	2941
InChIKey	AZZMGZXNTDTSME-JUZDKLSSSA-M
SMILES	CC(=O)OCC1=C(N2[C@@H]([C@@H](C2=O)NC(=O)/C(=N\OC)/C3=CSC(=N3)N)SC1)C(=O)[O-].[Na+]
PubChem CID	10695961

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	White to light yellow crystalline powder (Results:Conform)
H-bond donors / acceptors	2 / 12
TPSA	230 Å²
Synonyms	Sodium cefotaxime, (+)-Cefotaxime sodium salt, HR 756, HR-756, Sodium 7-(2-(2-amino-4-thiazolyl)-2-methoxyiminoacetamido)cephalosporanate, Cefotaxime and dextrose 2.4% in plastic container, Cefotaxime and dextrose 3.9% in plastic container, Sodium, Cefotaxime, cefotaxime injection, Cefotaxime (sodium), Cefotaxim sodium salt, Cefotaxim sodium

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Health hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H317May cause an allergic skin reaction
H334May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled

Precautionary statements: P233, P260, P261, P271, P272, P280, P284, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P321, P333 + P317, P342 + P316, P362 + P364, P403, 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 64485-93-4

Cefotaxime Sodium

CAS: 64485-93-4
Formula: C₁₆H₁₆N₅NaO₇S₂
MW: 477.5 g/mol

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Cell Culture

Cefotaxime sodium salt, plant cell culture tested, powder

CAS: 64485-93-4
Formula: C₁₆H₁₆N₅NaO₇S₂
MW: 477.5 g/mol

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Molecular Biology

Cefotaxime Sodium, for molecular biology

CAS: 64485-93-4
Formula: C₁₆H₁₆N₅NaO₇S₂
MW: 477.5 g/mol

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Plant Culture

Cefotaxime Sodium, plant tissue culture tested

CAS: 64485-93-4
Formula: C₁₆H₁₆N₅NaO₇S₂
MW: 477.5 g/mol

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Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Cefotaxime Sodium?

The CAS Registry Number of Cefotaxime Sodium is 64485-93-4. It is also known as Sodium cefotaxime, (+)-Cefotaxime sodium salt, HR 756.

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

Cefotaxime Sodium has the molecular formula C16H16N5NaO7S2 and a molecular weight of 477.5 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is sodium (6R,7R)-3-(acetyloxymethyl)-7-[[(2Z)-2-(2-amino-1,3-thiazol-4-yl)-2-methoxyiminoacetyl]amino]-8-oxo-5-thia-1-azabicyclo[4.2.0]oct-2-ene-2-carboxylate.

Which grade and pack sizes of Cefotaxime Sodium can I order?

We supply Cefotaxime Sodium 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 Cefotaxime Sodium?

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

Yes. Cefotaxime 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.