Methyldopa Hydrate

Name: Methyldopa Hydrate
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-026644

About Methyldopa Hydrate

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Methyldopa Hydrate, a high-purity reference standard of Methyldopa registered under CAS number 41372-08-1. Formula C10H15NO5, molecular weight 229.23 g/mol. Alternative names: L-a-Methyl DOPA Hydrate and Methyldopa Sesquihydrate.

It is supplied as a solid. Store the standard in its sealed vial, protected from light and moisture, and follow the storage condition printed on the COA. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

As a reference sample of Methyldopa, 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, Methyldopa Hydrate 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	Methyldopa Hydrate
Catalogue No.	VQ-026644
CAS Number	41372-08-1
IUPAC name	(2S)-2-amino-3-(3,4-dihydroxyphenyl)-2-methylpropanoic acid;hydrate
Molecular formula	C₁₀H₁₅NO₅
Molecular weight	229.23 g/mol
Exact mass	229.095
Grade	Reference Standard
HSN code	38229090
InChIKey	XDJUBZFLFDODNF-PPHPATTJSA-N
SMILES	C[C@](CC1=CC(=C(C=C1)O)O)(C(=O)O)N.O
PubChem CID	18530292

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
H-bond donors / acceptors	5 / 6
TPSA	105 Å²
Synonyms	L-a-Methyl DOPA Hydrate, Methyldopa Sesquihydrate, Methyldopa, (2S)-2-Amino-3-(3,4-dihydroxyphenyl)-2-methylpropanoic acid sesquihydrate, L-Tyrosine, 3-hydroxy-alpha-methyl-, hydrate (2:3), L-alpha-Methyl DOPA Hydrate, (S)-2-Amino-3-(3,4-dihydroxyphenyl)-2-methylpropionic acid sesquihydrate, L-(-)-alpha-Methyldopa (hydrate), (-)-3-(3,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)-2-methyl-L-alanine sesquihydrate, L-(-)--Methyldopa (hydrate), L-(-)-, cent-Methyldopa hydrate

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P330, P332 + 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

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Methyldopa Hydrate?

The CAS Registry Number of Methyldopa Hydrate is 41372-08-1. It is also known as L-a-Methyl DOPA Hydrate, Methyldopa Sesquihydrate, Methyldopa.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyldopa Hydrate?

Methyldopa Hydrate has the molecular formula C10H15NO5 and a molecular weight of 229.23 g/mol.

What is Methyldopa Hydrate used for?

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

We supply Methyldopa Hydrate 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 Methyldopa Hydrate?

Yes. Every lot of Methyldopa Hydrate 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 Methyldopa Hydrate be shipped internationally?

Yes. Methyldopa Hydrate 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.