Theophylline

Name: Theophylline
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-004183

About Theophylline

Theophylline (CAS 58-55-9) is a respiratory / antiallergic API offered by Vaqora Chemicals (IP/BP/USP grade) with a typical assay of ≥98%. The compound has the formula C7H8N4O2, corresponding to a molecular weight of 180.16 g/mol. Systematically, it is named 1,3-dimethyl-7H-purine-2,6-dione. Alternative names: 1,3-Dimethylxanthine and Elixophyllin.

It is supplied as a powder. Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. Under GHS it is labelled “Danger”, 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. Buyers come mainly from pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Available in 1 kg, 5 kg and 25 kg packs, Theophylline is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Pharmaceutical formulation
Generic drug development

Industries

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Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Theophylline
Catalogue No.	VQ-004183
CAS Number	58-55-9
IUPAC name	1,3-dimethyl-7H-purine-2,6-dione
Molecular formula	C₇H₈N₄O₂
Molecular weight	180.16 g/mol
Exact mass	180.0647
Grade	IP/BP/USP
Purity / assay	≥98%
HSN code	2933
InChIKey	ZFXYFBGIUFBOJW-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CN1C2=C(C(=O)N(C1=O)C)NC=N2
PubChem CID	2153

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 3
TPSA	69.3 Å²
Synonyms	1,3-Dimethylxanthine, Elixophyllin, Theophyllin, Nuelin, Theophylline anhydrous, Elixophylline, Lanophyllin, Pseudotheophylline, Solosin, Theocin, Theo-dur, Liquophylline

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Health hazard

Signal word: Danger

Precautionary statements: P203, P280, P318, 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 58-55-9

Reference Standard

Theophylline

CAS: 58-55-9
Formula: C₇H₈N₄O₂
MW: 180.16 g/mol

In stock

Puriss

Theophylline, 99%

CAS: 58-55-9
Formula: C₇H₈N₄O₂
MW: 180.16 g/mol

VQ-012215

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Theophylline?

The CAS Registry Number of Theophylline is 58-55-9. It is also known as 1,3-Dimethylxanthine, Elixophyllin, Theophyllin.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Theophylline?

Theophylline has the molecular formula C7H8N4O2 and a molecular weight of 180.16 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 1,3-dimethyl-7H-purine-2,6-dione.

What is Theophylline used for?

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

We supply Theophylline in IP/BP/USP (≥98%) 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 Theophylline?

Yes. Every lot of Theophylline 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 Theophylline be shipped internationally?

Yes. Theophylline 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.