Mefloquine

Name: Mefloquine
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-007562

About Mefloquine

Listed under CAS 53230-10-7, Mefloquine is a high-purity reference standard of Mefloquine available from Vaqora Chemicals. Formula C17H16F6N2O, molecular weight 378.31 g/mol. Systematically, it is named [2,8-bis(trifluoromethyl)quinolin-4-yl]-piperidin-2-ylmethanol. Common synonyms include Confal and Facital.

It is supplied as a solid. Keep the vial tightly closed, protected from light and humidity, at the temperature stated on the Certificate of Analysis. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

As a reference sample of Mefloquine, it is used for identification, assay and impurity-profiling work during analytical method development, validation (AMV) and routine QC. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Available in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs, Mefloquine is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Identification & assay
Method development & validation
QC reference material

Industries

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Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Mefloquine
Catalogue No.	VQ-007562
CAS Number	53230-10-7
Other CAS	51773-92-3
IUPAC name	[2,8-bis(trifluoromethyl)quinolin-4-yl]-piperidin-2-ylmethanol
Molecular formula	C₁₇H₁₆F₆N₂O
Molecular weight	378.31 g/mol
Exact mass	378.1167
Grade	Reference Standard
HSN code	38229090
InChIKey	XEEQGYMUWCZPDN-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1CCNC(C1)C(C2=CC(=NC3=C2C=CC=C3C(F)(F)F)C(F)(F)F)O
PubChem CID	4046

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
LogP (XLogP3)	3.6
H-bond donors / acceptors	2 / 9
TPSA	45.2 Å²
Synonyms	(2,8-bis(Trifluoromethyl)quinolin-4-yl)(piperidin-2-yl)methanol, rel-(αS)-α-(2R)-2-Piperidinyl-2,8-bis(trifluoromethyl)-4-quinolinemethanol, Confal, Facital, Lariam, Larimef, Mefax, Mefcy, Mefliam, Mefloc, Mefloquin, Racemic mefloquine

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Mefloquine?

The CAS Registry Number of Mefloquine is 53230-10-7. It is also known as (2,8-bis(Trifluoromethyl)quinolin-4-yl)(piperidin-2-yl)methanol, rel-(αS)-α-(2R)-2-Piperidinyl-2,8-bis(trifluoromethyl)-4-quinolinemethanol, Confal.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Mefloquine?

Mefloquine has the molecular formula C17H16F6N2O and a molecular weight of 378.31 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is [2,8-bis(trifluoromethyl)quinolin-4-yl]-piperidin-2-ylmethanol.

What is Mefloquine used for?

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

We supply Mefloquine in Reference Standard grade, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Mefloquine?

Yes. Every lot of Mefloquine 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 Mefloquine be shipped internationally?

Yes. Mefloquine 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.