Pirfenidone

Name: Pirfenidone
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-027445

About Pirfenidone

Listed under CAS 53179-13-8, Pirfenidone is a high-purity reference standard of Pirfenidone available from Vaqora Chemicals. Its molecular formula is C12H11NO and its molecular weight is 185.22 g/mol. The IUPAC name is 5-methyl-1-phenylpyridin-2-one. Alternative names: Perfenidone (Pirfenidone) and AMR-69.

The product is provided as a solid. Keep the vial tightly closed, protected from light and humidity, at the temperature stated on the Certificate of Analysis. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

As a reference sample of Pirfenidone, it is used for identification, assay and impurity-profiling work during analytical method development, validation (AMV) and routine QC. Our customers for this product work in pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

We offer Pirfenidone in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.

Typical applications

Identification & assay
Method development & validation
QC reference material

Industries

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Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Pirfenidone
Catalogue No.	VQ-027445
CAS Number	53179-13-8
IUPAC name	5-methyl-1-phenylpyridin-2-one
Molecular formula	C₁₂H₁₁NO
Molecular weight	185.22 g/mol
Exact mass	185.0841
Grade	Reference Standard
HSN code	38229090
InChIKey	ISWRGOKTTBVCFA-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC1=CN(C(=O)C=C1)C2=CC=CC=C2
PubChem CID	40632

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
LogP (XLogP3)	1.9
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 1
TPSA	20.3 Å²
Synonyms	Perfenidone (Pirfenidone), AMR-69, 2(1H)-Pyridinone, 5-methyl-1-phenyl-, 5-Methyl-1-phenyl-2(1H)-pyridone, AMR 69, 5-methyl-1-phenylpyridin-2(1H)-one, 5-methyl-1-phenyl-2(1H)-pyridinone, 5-Methyl-1-phenyl-2-(1H)-pyridone, 5-Methyl-1-phenyl-2-pyridone, 5-methyl-1-phenyl-2-pyridinone, 5-Methyl-N-phenyl-2-1H-pyridone [Pirfenidone], 5-Methyl-1-phenyl-1H-pyridin-2-one

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 Pirfenidone?

The CAS Registry Number of Pirfenidone is 53179-13-8. It is also known as Perfenidone (Pirfenidone), AMR-69, 2(1H)-Pyridinone, 5-methyl-1-phenyl-.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Pirfenidone?

Pirfenidone has the molecular formula C12H11NO and a molecular weight of 185.22 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 5-methyl-1-phenylpyridin-2-one.

What is Pirfenidone used for?

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

We supply Pirfenidone 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 Pirfenidone?

Yes. Every lot of Pirfenidone 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 Pirfenidone be shipped internationally?

Yes. Pirfenidone 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.