Cefotaxime Sodium

Name: Cefotaxime Sodium
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-046724

About Cefotaxime Sodium

Cefotaxime Sodium (CAS 64485-93-4) is an antibacterial API offered by Vaqora Chemicals. The compound has the formula C16H16N5NaO7S2, corresponding to a molecular weight of 477.5 g/mol. Common synonyms include Sodium cefotaxime and (+)-Cefotaxime sodium salt.

It is supplied as a powder. Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. Under GHS it is labelled “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

As an active pharmaceutical ingredient within our antibiotic and antibacterial APIs range, it is offered for formulation development, generic drug programmes and commercial manufacturing. Typical end-use sectors are pharmaceutical manufacturing.

We offer Cefotaxime Sodium in 1 g, 5 g, 10 g and 25 g packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide. A Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and technical specifications are available on request.

Typical applications

Cell & microbial culture
Molecular biology workflows

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Cefotaxime Sodium
Catalogue No.	VQ-046724
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
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
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, Sodium, Cefotaxime, cefotaxime injection, Cefotaxim sodium salt, Cefotaxim sodium, Claforan sodium, Cefotaxime sodium salt (syn-isomer)

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

IP/BP/USP

Cefotaxime Sodium

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

VQ-003911

Cell Culture

Cefotaxime sodium salt, plant cell culture tested, powder

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

VQ-012348

Molecular Biology

Cefotaxime Sodium, for molecular biology

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

VQ-046614

Plant Culture

Cefotaxime Sodium, plant tissue culture tested

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

VQ-045655

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 1 g, 5 g, 10 g, 25 g 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.