Mesalazine

Name: Mesalazine
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-004199

About Mesalazine

Listed under CAS 89-57-6, Mesalazine is a gastrointestinal API available from Vaqora Chemicals in IP/BP/USP grade. With the molecular formula C7H7NO3, it has a molar mass of 153.14 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is 5-amino-2-hydroxybenzoic acid. Common synonyms include 5-Aminosalicylic acid and mesalamine.

It is supplied as a grey white powder. Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Warning”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

As an active pharmaceutical ingredient within our gastrointestinal APIs range, it is offered in IP/BP/USP grade for formulation development, generic drug programmes and commercial manufacturing. Our customers for this product work in pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Mesalazine in 1 kg, 5 kg and 25 kg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Pharmaceutical formulation
Generic drug development

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Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Mesalazine
Catalogue No.	VQ-004199
CAS Number	89-57-6
IUPAC name	5-amino-2-hydroxybenzoic acid
Molecular formula	C₇H₇NO₃
Molecular weight	153.14 g/mol
Exact mass	153.0426
Grade	IP/BP/USP
HSN code	2933
InChIKey	KBOPZPXVLCULAV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=CC(=C(C=C1N)C(=O)O)O
PubChem CID	4075

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	Grey white powder
LogP (XLogP3)	1.3
H-bond donors / acceptors	3 / 4
TPSA	83.6 Å²
Synonyms	5-Aminosalicylic acid, mesalamine, 5-ASA, Fisalamine, m-Aminosalicylic acid, Benzoic acid, 5-amino-2-hydroxy-, p-Aminosalicylsaeure, Asacolitin, Asacol HD, Pentacol, 3-carboxy-4-hydroxyaniline, Delzicol

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H317May cause an allergic skin reaction
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation
H412Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P272, P273, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P333 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, 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 89-57-6

Synthesis

5-Aminosalicylic acid, 98%

CAS: 89-57-6
Formula: C₇H₇NO₃
MW: 153.14 g/mol

VQ-002602

Reference Standard

Mesalazine WS

CAS: 89-57-6
Formula: C₇H₇NO₃
MW: 153.14 g/mol

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Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Mesalazine?

The CAS Registry Number of Mesalazine is 89-57-6. It is also known as 5-Aminosalicylic acid, mesalamine, 5-ASA.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Mesalazine?

Mesalazine has the molecular formula C7H7NO3 and a molecular weight of 153.14 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 5-amino-2-hydroxybenzoic acid.

What is Mesalazine used for?

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

We supply Mesalazine 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 Mesalazine?

Yes. Every lot of Mesalazine 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 Mesalazine be shipped internationally?

Yes. Mesalazine 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.