Sodium Valproate

Name: Sodium Valproate
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-004061

About Sodium Valproate

Sodium Valproate is a central nervous system API in IP/BP/USP grade carrying the CAS registry number 1069-66-5 at a purity of ≥99.0%. The compound has the formula C8H15NaO2, corresponding to a molecular weight of 166.19 g/mol. Systematically, it is named sodium 2-propylpentanoate. Alternative names: Valproate sodium and Valproic acid sodium salt.

It is supplied as a powder. Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. It carries the GHS signal word “Danger” with 5 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

As an active pharmaceutical ingredient within our CNS and psychiatric 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.

Standard pack sizes are 1 kg, 5 kg and 25 kg, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

Pharmaceutical formulation
Generic drug development

Industries

Grade guides

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Sodium Valproate
Catalogue No.	VQ-004061
CAS Number	1069-66-5
IUPAC name	sodium 2-propylpentanoate
Molecular formula	C₈H₁₅NaO₂
Molecular weight	166.19 g/mol
Exact mass	166.097
Grade	IP/BP/USP
Purity / assay	≥99.0%
InChIKey	AEQFSUDEHCCHBT-UHFFFAOYSA-M
SMILES	CCCC(CCC)C(=O)[O-].[Na+]
PubChem CID	16760703

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 2
TPSA	40.1 Å²
Synonyms	Valproate sodium, Valproic acid sodium salt, Sodium 2-propylvalerate, Valproic Acid, Sodium Salt, 2-Propylvaleric acid sodium salt, 2-Propylpentanoic acid sodium salt, Valproic acid sodium salt (1:1), Abbott 44090, Natrii valproas, KW-6066N, Epilim iv, Epilim chronosphere

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Health hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation
H360May damage fertility or the unborn child

Precautionary statements: P203, P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P318, 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.

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 1069-66-5

Reference Standard

Sodium 2-Propylpentanoate

CAS: 1069-66-5
Formula: C₈H₁₅NaO₂
MW: 166.19 g/mol

In stock

Sodium valproate, 98%

CAS: 1069-66-5
Formula: C₈H₁₅NaO₂
MW: 166.19 g/mol

VQ-008631

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Sodium Valproate?

The CAS Registry Number of Sodium Valproate is 1069-66-5. It is also known as Valproate sodium, Valproic acid sodium salt, Sodium 2-propylvalerate.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Sodium Valproate?

Sodium Valproate has the molecular formula C8H15NaO2 and a molecular weight of 166.19 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is sodium 2-propylpentanoate.

Which grade and pack sizes of Sodium Valproate can I order?

We supply Sodium Valproate in IP/BP/USP (≥99.0%) 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 Sodium Valproate?

Yes. Every lot of Sodium Valproate 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 Sodium Valproate be shipped internationally?

Yes. Sodium Valproate 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.