Mefenamic Acid

Name: Mefenamic Acid
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-004006

About Mefenamic Acid

Listed under CAS 61-68-7, Mefenamic Acid is an analgesic / anti-inflammatory API available from Vaqora Chemicals in IP/BP/USP grade. Formula C15H15NO2, molecular weight 241.28 g/mol. The IUPAC name is 2-(2,3-dimethylanilino)benzoic acid. Alternative names: 2-[(2,3-dimethylphenyl)amino]benzoic acid and Mephenamic acid.

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

This API belongs to our analgesic and anti-inflammatory APIs portfolio and is supplied to IP/BP/USP specifications for formulators, contract manufacturers and generic drug developers. Buyers come mainly from pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Available in 1 kg, 5 kg and 25 kg packs, Mefenamic Acid is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Pharmaceutical formulation
Generic drug development

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Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Mefenamic Acid
Catalogue No.	VQ-004006
CAS Number	61-68-7
IUPAC name	2-(2,3-dimethylanilino)benzoic acid
Molecular formula	C₁₅H₁₅NO₂
Molecular weight	241.28 g/mol
Exact mass	241.1103
Grade	IP/BP/USP
HSN code	2933
InChIKey	HYYBABOKPJLUIN-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC1=C(C(=CC=C1)NC2=CC=CC=C2C(=O)O)C
PubChem CID	4044

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
LogP (XLogP3)	5.1
H-bond donors / acceptors	2 / 3
TPSA	49.3 Å²
Synonyms	2-[(2,3-dimethylphenyl)amino]benzoic acid, Mephenamic acid, 2-((2,3-Dimethylphenyl)amino)benzoic acid, Mephenaminic acid, Methenamic acid, Acide mefenamique, N-2,3-Xylylanthranilic acid, Acido mefenamico, Mefenaminic Acid, INF-3355, Acidum mefenamicum, CI-473

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Health hazard

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H361Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child

Precautionary statements: P203, P264, P270, P280, P301 + P317, P318, P330, 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 61-68-7

Mefenamic acid, 98%

CAS: 61-68-7
Formula: C₁₅H₁₅NO₂
MW: 241.28 g/mol

VQ-008534

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Mefenamic Acid?

The CAS Registry Number of Mefenamic Acid is 61-68-7. It is also known as 2-[(2,3-dimethylphenyl)amino]benzoic acid, Mephenamic acid, 2-((2,3-Dimethylphenyl)amino)benzoic acid.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Mefenamic Acid?

Mefenamic Acid has the molecular formula C15H15NO2 and a molecular weight of 241.28 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-(2,3-dimethylanilino)benzoic acid.

What is Mefenamic Acid used for?

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

We supply Mefenamic Acid in IP/BP/USP 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 Mefenamic Acid?

Yes. Every lot of Mefenamic Acid 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 Mefenamic Acid be shipped internationally?

Yes. Mefenamic Acid 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.