Metronidazole EP Impurity D

Name: Metronidazole EP Impurity D
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-023120

About Metronidazole EP Impurity D

Metronidazole EP Impurity D (CAS 5006-68-8) is a pharmacopeial impurity of Metronidazole offered by Vaqora Chemicals. Formula C5H7N3O3, molecular weight 157.13 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is 2-(5-nitroimidazol-1-yl)ethanol. Alternative names: 5-Nitro-1H-imidazole-1-ethanol and Metronidazole - Impurity D.

The product is provided as a solid. Reference materials should be stored sealed and away from light and moisture, as specified on the accompanying COA. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

As a characterised impurity of Metronidazole, it is used for analytical method development, method validation (AMV) and routine quality-control testing, and it supports ANDA and DMF regulatory filings. Buyers come mainly from pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Standard pack sizes are 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

Pharmacopeial method verification
Impurity profiling
QC release testing
ANDA / DMF filings

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Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Metronidazole EP Impurity D
Catalogue No.	VQ-023120
CAS Number	5006-68-8
IUPAC name	2-(5-nitroimidazol-1-yl)ethanol
Molecular formula	C₅H₇N₃O₃
Molecular weight	157.13 g/mol
Exact mass	157.0487
Grade	Reference Standard
HSN code	38229090
InChIKey	DFMZECOLZRIPOT-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=C(N(C=N1)CCO)[N+](=O)[O-]
PubChem CID	3248693

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
LogP (XLogP3)	-0.4
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 4
TPSA	83.9 Å²
Synonyms	5-Nitro-1H-imidazole-1-ethanol, Metronidazole - Impurity D, 2-(5-Nitro-1H-imidazol-1-yl)ethanol, 1H-Imidazole-1-ethanol, 5-nitro-, 1-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-5-nitroimidazole, Imidazole-1-ethanol, 5-nitro-, 2-(5-nitro-1-imidazolyl)-1-ethanol, 2-(5-nitro-1H-imidazol-1-yl)ethan-1-ol, Metronidazole Impurity D, 2-(5-Nitro-1-imidazolyl)ethanol

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 Metronidazole EP Impurity D?

The CAS Registry Number of Metronidazole EP Impurity D is 5006-68-8. It is also known as 5-Nitro-1H-imidazole-1-ethanol, Metronidazole - Impurity D, 2-(5-Nitro-1H-imidazol-1-yl)ethanol.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Metronidazole EP Impurity D?

Metronidazole EP Impurity D has the molecular formula C5H7N3O3 and a molecular weight of 157.13 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-(5-nitroimidazol-1-yl)ethanol.

What is Metronidazole EP Impurity D used for?

Metronidazole EP Impurity D is supplied as a characterised reference material related to Metronidazole. 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 Metronidazole EP Impurity D can I order?

We supply Metronidazole EP Impurity D 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 Metronidazole EP Impurity D?

Yes. Every lot of Metronidazole EP Impurity D 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 Metronidazole EP Impurity D be shipped internationally?

Yes. Metronidazole EP Impurity D 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.