Guaifenesin

Name: Guaifenesin
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-004173

About Guaifenesin

Listed under CAS 93-14-1, Guaifenesin is a respiratory / antiallergic API available from Vaqora Chemicals (IP/BP/USP grade) at a purity of 99%. Its molecular formula is C10H14O4 and its molecular weight is 198.22 g/mol. The IUPAC name is 3-(2-methoxyphenoxy)propane-1,2-diol. It is also known as 3-(2-Methoxyphenoxy)-1,2-propanediol or Guaiacol glyceryl ether.

It is supplied as a white powder. Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

As an active pharmaceutical ingredient within our respiratory and antiallergic APIs range, it is offered in IP/BP/USP grade for formulation development, generic drug programmes and commercial manufacturing. It is used across 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

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Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Guaifenesin
Catalogue No.	VQ-004173
CAS Number	93-14-1
IUPAC name	3-(2-methoxyphenoxy)propane-1,2-diol
Molecular formula	C₁₀H₁₄O₄
Molecular weight	198.22 g/mol
Exact mass	198.0892
Grade	IP/BP/USP
Purity / assay	99%
InChIKey	HSRJKNPTNIJEKV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	COC1=CC=CC=C1OCC(CO)O
PubChem CID	3516

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	White powder
LogP (XLogP3)	1.4
H-bond donors / acceptors	2 / 4
TPSA	58.9 Å²
Synonyms	3-(2-Methoxyphenoxy)-1,2-propanediol, Guaiacol glyceryl ether, Glycerol guaiacolate, Guaiphenesin, Guaiphenesine, Methphenoxydiol, Aeronesin, Guaianesin, Myocaine, Robitussin, Aresol, Resyl

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed

Precautionary statements: P264, P270, P301 + P317, P330, 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 93-14-1

Reference Standard

Ranolazine Impurity-12

CAS: 93-14-1
Formula: C₁₀H₁₄O₄
MW: 198.22 g/mol

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Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Guaifenesin?

The CAS Registry Number of Guaifenesin is 93-14-1. It is also known as 3-(2-Methoxyphenoxy)-1,2-propanediol, Guaiacol glyceryl ether, Glycerol guaiacolate.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Guaifenesin?

Guaifenesin has the molecular formula C10H14O4 and a molecular weight of 198.22 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 3-(2-methoxyphenoxy)propane-1,2-diol.

What is Guaifenesin used for?

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

We supply Guaifenesin in IP/BP/USP (99%) 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 Guaifenesin?

Yes. Every lot of Guaifenesin 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 Guaifenesin be shipped internationally?

Yes. Guaifenesin 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.