Nitazoxanide
Synonyms: Benzamide, 2-(acetyloxy)-N-(5-nitro-2-thiazolyl)- · 2-[(5-nitro-1,3-thiazol-2-yl)carbamoyl]phenyl acetate · 2-(Acetolyloxy)-N-(5-nitro-2-thiazolyl)benzamide · Salicylamide, N-(5-nitro-2-thiazolyl)-, acetate (ester)
Nitazoxanide (CAS 55981-09-4) – anti-infective API, IP/BP/USP grade, 99.58%. C12H9N3O5S, MW 307.28. Supplied by Vaqora Chemicals with COA, exported worldwide.
About Nitazoxanide
Nitazoxanide is an anti-infective API (IP/BP/USP grade) carrying the CAS registry number 55981-09-4 at a purity of 99.58%. Formula C12H9N3O5S, molecular weight 307.28 g/mol. The IUPAC name is [2-[(5-nitro-1,3-thiazol-2-yl)carbamoyl]phenyl] acetate. It is also known as Nitazoxamide or Nitrazoxanide.
The material typically appears as a yellowish crystalline powder yellowish crystalline powder. Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.
As an active pharmaceutical ingredient within our antiviral, antifungal and antiparasitic APIs range, it is offered in IP/BP/USP grade for formulation development, generic drug programmes and commercial manufacturing. Typical end-use sectors are pharmaceutical manufacturing.
Vaqora Chemicals supplies Nitazoxanide in 1 kg, 5 kg and 25 kg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.
Typical applications
- Anti-infective formulations
- Generic drug development
- Formulation R&D
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Specifications & identifiers
| Product name | Nitazoxanide |
|---|---|
| Catalogue No. | VQ-003978 |
| CAS Number | 55981-09-4 |
| IUPAC name | [2-[(5-nitro-1,3-thiazol-2-yl)carbamoyl]phenyl] acetate |
| Molecular formula | C12H9N3O5S |
| Molecular weight | 307.28 g/mol |
| Exact mass | 307.0263 |
| Grade | IP/BP/USP |
| Purity / assay | 99.58% |
| HSN code | 2933 |
| InChIKey | YQNQNVDNTFHQSW-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| SMILES | CC(=O)OC1=CC=CC=C1C(=O)NC2=NC=C(S2)[N+](=O)[O-] |
| PubChem CID | 41684 |
| Physical form | Powder |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Yellowish crystalline powder yellowish crystalline powder |
| LogP (XLogP3) | 2 |
| H-bond donors / acceptors | 1 / 7 |
| TPSA | 142 Ų |
| Synonyms | Benzamide, 2-(acetyloxy)-N-(5-nitro-2-thiazolyl)-, 2-[(5-nitro-1,3-thiazol-2-yl)carbamoyl]phenyl acetate, 2-(Acetolyloxy)-N-(5-nitro-2-thiazolyl)benzamide, Salicylamide, N-(5-nitro-2-thiazolyl)-, acetate (ester), 2-((5-nitro-1,3-thiazol-2-yl)carbamoyl)phenyl acetate, Salicylamide, N-(5-nitro-2-thiazolyl)-, Acetate(Ester), 2-((5-nitrothiazol-2-yl)carbamoyl)phenyl acetate, Nitazoxamide, 2-(Acetyloxy)-N-(5-nitro-2-thiazolyl)benzamide, Nitrazoxanide, 2-Acetyloxy-N-[(5-nitro-2-thiazolyl)]benzamide, N-(5-Nitrothiazol-2-yl)salicylamide acetate ester |
Safety & hazard information (GHS)
Signal word: Warning
Hazard statements
H302Harmful if swallowedH315Causes skin irritationH319Causes serious eye irritationH335May 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.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the CAS number of Nitazoxanide?
The CAS Registry Number of Nitazoxanide is 55981-09-4. It is also known as Benzamide, 2-(acetyloxy)-N-(5-nitro-2-thiazolyl)-, 2-[(5-nitro-1,3-thiazol-2-yl)carbamoyl]phenyl acetate, 2-(Acetolyloxy)-N-(5-nitro-2-thiazolyl)benzamide.
What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Nitazoxanide?
Nitazoxanide has the molecular formula C12H9N3O5S and a molecular weight of 307.28 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is [2-[(5-nitro-1,3-thiazol-2-yl)carbamoyl]phenyl] acetate.
Which grade and pack sizes of Nitazoxanide can I order?
We supply Nitazoxanide in IP/BP/USP (99.58%) 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 Nitazoxanide?
Yes. Every lot of Nitazoxanide 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 Nitazoxanide be shipped internationally?
Yes. Nitazoxanide 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.
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