Saxitoxin

Name: Saxitoxin
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-041047

About Saxitoxin

Listed under CAS 35523-89-8, Saxitoxin is a high-purity reference standard of Saxitoxin available from Vaqora Chemicals. Formula C10H17N7O4, molecular weight 299.29 g/mol. The IUPAC name is [(3aS,4R,10aS)-2,6-diamino-10,10-dihydroxy-3a,4,8,9-tetrahydro-1H-pyrrolo[1,2-c]purin-4-yl]methyl carbamate. Common synonyms include Saxitoxin hydrate and Gonyaulax catenella poison.

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 “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

As a reference sample of Saxitoxin, 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.

Available in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs, Saxitoxin 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	Saxitoxin
Catalogue No.	VQ-041047
CAS Number	35523-89-8
IUPAC name	[(3aS,4R,10aS)-2,6-diamino-10,10-dihydroxy-3a,4,8,9-tetrahydro-1H-pyrrolo[1,2-c]purin-4-yl]methyl carbamate
Molecular formula	C₁₀H₁₇N₇O₄
Molecular weight	299.29 g/mol
Exact mass	299.1342
Grade	Reference Standard
HSN code	38229090
InChIKey	RPQXVSUAYFXFJA-HGRQIUPRSA-N
SMILES	C1CN2C(=N[C@H]([C@H]3[C@]2(C1(O)O)NC(=N3)N)COC(=O)N)N
PubChem CID	56947150

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
LogP (XLogP3)	-4.6
H-bond donors / acceptors	6 / 6
TPSA	185 Å²
Synonyms	Saxitoxin hydrate, Gonyaulax catenella poison, Saxidomus giganteus poison, Mytilus californianus poison, Gonyaulax Toxin, Mitilotoxin, Saxitonin, Toxin, Gonyaulax, ((10,10-dihydroxy-2,6-diimino-decahydropyrrolo(1,2-c)purin-4-yl)methoxy)carboximidic acid, Saxitoxin-t, Saxitoxin-3H

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Toxic

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H300Fatal if swallowed
H310Fatal in contact with skin
H330Fatal if inhaled

Precautionary statements: P260, P262, P264, P270, P271, P280, P284, P301 + P316, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P316, P320, P321, P330, P361 + 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 Saxitoxin?

The CAS Registry Number of Saxitoxin is 35523-89-8. It is also known as Saxitoxin hydrate, Gonyaulax catenella poison, Saxidomus giganteus poison.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Saxitoxin?

Saxitoxin has the molecular formula C10H17N7O4 and a molecular weight of 299.29 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is [(3aS,4R,10aS)-2,6-diamino-10,10-dihydroxy-3a,4,8,9-tetrahydro-1H-pyrrolo[1,2-c]purin-4-yl]methyl carbamate.

What is Saxitoxin used for?

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

We supply Saxitoxin 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 Saxitoxin?

Yes. Every lot of Saxitoxin 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 Saxitoxin be shipped internationally?

Yes. Saxitoxin 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.