Levofloxacin

Name: Levofloxacin
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-003930

About Levofloxacin

Levofloxacin is an antibacterial API (IP/BP/USP grade) carrying the CAS registry number 100986-85-4 with a typical assay of 99%. With the molecular formula C18H20FN3O4, it has a molar mass of 361.4 g/mol. Common synonyms include Levaquin and Quixin.

The material typically appears as a white or yellow light crystalline powder. 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.

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. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing.

We offer Levofloxacin in 1 kg, 5 kg and 25 kg packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.

Typical applications

Pharmaceutical formulation
Generic drug development

Industries

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Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Levofloxacin
Catalogue No.	VQ-003930
CAS Number	100986-85-4
IUPAC name	(2S)-7-fluoro-2-methyl-6-(4-methylpiperazin-1-yl)-10-oxo-4-oxa-1-azatricyclo[7.3.1.05,13]trideca-5(13),6,8,11-tetraene-11-carboxylic acid
Molecular formula	C₁₈H₂₀FN₃O₄
Molecular weight	361.4 g/mol
Exact mass	361.1438
Grade	IP/BP/USP
Purity / assay	99%
HSN code	2941
InChIKey	GSDSWSVVBLHKDQ-JTQLQIEISA-N
SMILES	C[C@H]1COC2=C3N1C=C(C(=O)C3=CC(=C2N4CCN(CC4)C)F)C(=O)O
PubChem CID	149096

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	White or yellow light crystalline powder
LogP (XLogP3)	-0.4
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 8
TPSA	73.3 Å²
Synonyms	Levaquin, Quixin, (-)-Ofloxacin, (S)-Ofloxacin, Levofloxacine, Tavanic, Elequine, L-Ofloxacin, Floxacin, Levofloxacin Anhydrous, Nofaxin, Volequin

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Health hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H317May cause an allergic skin reaction
H334May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled
H361Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child
H362May cause harm to breast-fed children

Precautionary statements: P203, P233, P260, P261, P263, P264, P270, P271, P272, P280, P284, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P318, P321, P330, P333 + P317, P342 + P316, P362 + P364, P403, 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 100986-85-4

Levofloxacin, ≥98%(HPLC)

CAS: 100986-85-4
Formula: C₁₈H₂₀FN₃O₄
MW: 361.4 g/mol

VQ-012103

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Levofloxacin?

The CAS Registry Number of Levofloxacin is 100986-85-4. It is also known as Levaquin, Quixin, (-)-Ofloxacin.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Levofloxacin?

Levofloxacin has the molecular formula C18H20FN3O4 and a molecular weight of 361.4 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is (2S)-7-fluoro-2-methyl-6-(4-methylpiperazin-1-yl)-10-oxo-4-oxa-1-azatricyclo[7.3.1.05,13]trideca-5(13),6,8,11-tetraene-11-carboxylic acid.

What is Levofloxacin used for?

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

We supply Levofloxacin 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 Levofloxacin?

Yes. Every lot of Levofloxacin 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 Levofloxacin be shipped internationally?

Yes. Levofloxacin 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.