Chloramphenicol, 98%

Name: Chloramphenicol, 98%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-002802

About Chloramphenicol, 98%

Listed under CAS 56-75-7, Chloramphenicol is a bioactive small molecule available from Vaqora Chemicals in Biochemistry grade at a purity of 98%. The compound has the formula C11H12Cl2N2O5, corresponding to a molecular weight of 323.13 g/mol. The IUPAC name is 2,2-dichloro-N-[(1R,2R)-1,3-dihydroxy-1-(4-nitrophenyl)propan-2-yl]acetamide. Alternative names: Chloromycetin and Chlornitromycin.

The material typically appears as a white to off-white powder. Key physical data: a melting point of 148-150 °C. Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. Under GHS it is labelled “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

Key uses span cell signalling research, pharmacological screening, target validation and molecular biology workflows. Our customers for this product work in academic and industrial research and diagnostics and biotechnology.

Available in 5 g, 25 g and 100 g packs, Chloramphenicol is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Cell signalling research
Pharmacological screening
Target validation
Molecular biology workflows

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Chloramphenicol, 98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-002802
CAS Number	56-75-7
IUPAC name	2,2-dichloro-N-[(1R,2R)-1,3-dihydroxy-1-(4-nitrophenyl)propan-2-yl]acetamide
Molecular formula	C₁₁H₁₂Cl₂N₂O₅
Molecular weight	323.13 g/mol
Exact mass	322.0123
Grade	Biochemistry
Purity / assay	98%
HSN code	29414000
InChIKey	WIIZWVCIJKGZOK-RKDXNWHRSA-N
SMILES	C1=CC(=CC=C1[C@H]([C@@H](CO)NC(=O)C(Cl)Cl)O)[N+](=O)[O-]
PubChem CID	5959

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Melting point	148-150 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	1.1
H-bond donors / acceptors	3 / 5
TPSA	115 Å²
Synonyms	D-(−)-threo-2,2-Dichloro-N-[β-hydroxy-α-(hydroxymethyl)-β-(4-nitrophenyl)ethyl]acetamide, D-(−)-threo-2-Dichloroacetamido-1-(4-nitrophenyl)-1,3-propanediol, D-threo-2,2-Dichloro-N-[β-hydroxy-α-(hydroxymethyl)-4-nitrophenethyl]acetamide, Chloromycetin, Chlornitromycin, Levomycetin, Chloroamphenicol, Globenicol, D-Chloramphenicol, Aquamycetin, Chloronitrin, Enteromycetin

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Harmful / irritant

Health hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H317May cause an allergic skin reaction
H318Causes serious eye damage
H350May cause cancer
H351Suspected of causing cancer
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 56-75-7

Spectroscopy

Chloramphenicol, for spectroscopy

CAS: 56-75-7
Formula: C₁₁H₁₂Cl₂N₂O₅
MW: 323.13 g/mol

VQ-046893

Cell Culture

Chloramphenicol, suitable for plant cell culture

CAS: 56-75-7
Formula: C₁₁H₁₂Cl₂N₂O₅
MW: 323.13 g/mol

VQ-002803

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Chloramphenicol, 98%?

The CAS Registry Number of Chloramphenicol, 98% is 56-75-7. It is also known as D-(−)-threo-2,2-Dichloro-N-[β-hydroxy-α-(hydroxymethyl)-β-(4-nitrophenyl)ethyl]acetamide, D-(−)-threo-2-Dichloroacetamido-1-(4-nitrophenyl)-1,3-propanediol, D-threo-2,2-Dichloro-N-[β-hydroxy-α-(hydroxymethyl)-4-nitrophenethyl]acetamide.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Chloramphenicol, 98%?

Chloramphenicol, 98% has the molecular formula C11H12Cl2N2O5 and a molecular weight of 323.13 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2,2-dichloro-N-[(1R,2R)-1,3-dihydroxy-1-(4-nitrophenyl)propan-2-yl]acetamide.

Which grade and pack sizes of Chloramphenicol, 98% can I order?

We supply Chloramphenicol, 98% in Biochemistry (98%) grade, in 5 g, 25 g, 100 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Chloramphenicol, 98%?

Yes. Every lot of Chloramphenicol, 98% 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 Chloramphenicol, 98% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Chloramphenicol, 98% 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.