Phenylephrine

Name: Phenylephrine
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-004180

About Phenylephrine

Phenylephrine (CAS 61-76-7) is a respiratory / antiallergic API offered by Vaqora Chemicals (IP/BP/USP grade). Formula C9H14ClNO2, molecular weight 203.66 g/mol. The IUPAC name is 3-[(1R)-1-hydroxy-2-(methylamino)ethyl]phenol. Hydrochloride. Alternative names: Phenylephrine HCl and Biomydrin.

It is supplied as a powder. Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

As an active pharmaceutical ingredient within our respiratory and antiallergic APIs range, it is offered in IP/BP/USP grade for formulation development, generic drug programmes and commercial manufacturing. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing.

We offer Phenylephrine in 1 kg, 5 kg and 25 kg packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide. SDS and detailed specification sheets can be requested with your quotation.

Typical applications

Pharmaceutical formulation
Generic drug development

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Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Phenylephrine
Catalogue No.	VQ-004180
CAS Number	61-76-7
IUPAC name	3-[(1R)-1-hydroxy-2-(methylamino)ethyl]phenol;hydrochloride
Molecular formula	C₉H₁₄ClNO₂
Molecular weight	203.66 g/mol
Exact mass	203.0713
Grade	IP/BP/USP
HSN code	2933
InChIKey	OCYSGIYOVXAGKQ-FVGYRXGTSA-N
SMILES	CNC[C@@H](C1=CC(=CC=C1)O)O.Cl
PubChem CID	5284443

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
H-bond donors / acceptors	4 / 3
TPSA	52.5 Å²
Synonyms	Phenylephrine HCl, Biomydrin, Mydfrin, (R)-Phenylephrine hydrochloride, Neo-Synephrine, Almefrin, Consdrin, Idrianol, Neosympatol, Oftalfrine, Stanephrin, Synethenate

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H312Harmful in contact with skin
H315Causes skin irritation
H317May cause an allergic skin reaction
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P272, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P317, P319, P321, P330, 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 61-76-7

Reference Standard

Phenylephrine Hydrochloride

CAS: 61-76-7
Formula: C₉H₁₄ClNO₂
MW: 203.66 g/mol

VQ-007651

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Phenylephrine?

The CAS Registry Number of Phenylephrine is 61-76-7. It is also known as Phenylephrine HCl, Biomydrin, Mydfrin.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Phenylephrine?

Phenylephrine has the molecular formula C9H14ClNO2 and a molecular weight of 203.66 g/mol.

What is Phenylephrine used for?

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

We supply Phenylephrine 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 Phenylephrine?

Yes. Every lot of Phenylephrine 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 Phenylephrine be shipped internationally?

Yes. Phenylephrine 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.