Cefpodoxime Proxetil

Name: Cefpodoxime Proxetil
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-003912

About Cefpodoxime Proxetil

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Cefpodoxime Proxetil (IP/BP/USP grade), an antibacterial API registered under CAS number 87239-81-4, specified at ≥99.5% purity. Its molecular formula is C21H27N5O9S2 and its molecular weight is 557.6 g/mol. Common synonyms include Vantin and cephalosporin 807.

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.

This API belongs to our antibiotic and antibacterial APIs portfolio and is supplied to IP/BP/USP specifications for formulators, contract manufacturers and generic drug developers. Typical end-use sectors are pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Standard pack sizes are 1 kg, 5 kg and 25 kg, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

Pharmaceutical formulation
Generic drug development

Industries

Grade guides

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Cefpodoxime Proxetil
Catalogue No.	VQ-003912
CAS Number	87239-81-4
IUPAC name	1-propan-2-yloxycarbonyloxyethyl (6R,7R)-7-[[(2Z)-2-(2-amino-1,3-thiazol-4-yl)-2-methoxyiminoacetyl]amino]-3-(methoxymethyl)-8-oxo-5-thia-1-azabicyclo[4.2.0]oct-2-ene-2-carboxylate
Molecular formula	C₂₁H₂₇N₅O₉S₂
Molecular weight	557.6 g/mol
Exact mass	557.125
Grade	IP/BP/USP
Purity / assay	≥99.5%
HSN code	2941
InChIKey	LTINZAODLRIQIX-FBXRGJNPSA-N
SMILES	CC(C)OC(=O)OC(C)OC(=O)C1=C(CS[C@H]2N1C(=O)[C@H]2NC(=O)/C(=N\OC)/C3=CSC(=N3)N)COC
PubChem CID	6526396

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
LogP (XLogP3)	0.6
H-bond donors / acceptors	2 / 14
TPSA	235 Å²
Synonyms	Vantin, cephalosporin 807, Proxetil, Cefpodoxime, 807, Cephalosporin, CS 807, 807, CS, Xtum-O, Simplicef [Veterinary], Cefodoxime Proxetil, cefpodoxime 1-(isopropyloxycarbonyloxy)ethyl ester, Vantin (TN), Cefpodoxime proxetil CRS

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Cefpodoxime Proxetil?

The CAS Registry Number of Cefpodoxime Proxetil is 87239-81-4. It is also known as Vantin, cephalosporin 807, Proxetil, Cefpodoxime.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Cefpodoxime Proxetil?

Cefpodoxime Proxetil has the molecular formula C21H27N5O9S2 and a molecular weight of 557.6 g/mol.

Which grade and pack sizes of Cefpodoxime Proxetil can I order?

We supply Cefpodoxime Proxetil in IP/BP/USP (≥99.5%) 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 Cefpodoxime Proxetil?

Yes. Every lot of Cefpodoxime Proxetil 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 Cefpodoxime Proxetil be shipped internationally?

Yes. Cefpodoxime Proxetil 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.