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Hydroxy Metronidazole

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Hydroxy Metronidazole chemical structure
CAS number4812-40-2
FormulaC6H9N3O4
Molar mass187.15 g/mol
Physical formSolid
HS code38229090
InChIKeyAEHPOYAOLCAMIU-UHFFFAOYSA-N
IUPAC name2-[2-(hydroxymethyl)-5-nitroimidazol-1-yl]ethanol

About Hydroxy Metronidazole

Analytical teams working on Metronidazole use Hydroxy Metronidazole as a qualified comparison standard. For your records (Reference Standard), the material is defined by CAS 4812-40-2, formula C6H9N3O4 and molar mass 187.15 g/mol. It is handled as a solid.

Typical applications

  • Metabolite identification
  • Stability-indicating methods
  • Impurity profiling

Storage and safety notes

Hazard communication follows GHS (Warning: H315, H319, H335 and H361). Our SDS lists exposure controls and first-aid measures.

Standard pack sizes are 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg, and custom quantities are quoted on request. Each lot travels with a certificate of analysis with characterisation data. Request pricing online and we confirm availability, documentation and freight to your country.

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Typical uses

  • Metabolite identification
  • Stability-indicating methods
  • Impurity profiling

Applications

Specifications and identifiers

Specifications of Hydroxy Metronidazole
Product nameHydroxy Metronidazole
Catalogue numberZX-025597
CAS number4812-40-2
IUPAC name2-[2-(hydroxymethyl)-5-nitroimidazol-1-yl]ethanol
Molecular formulaC6H9N3O4
Molar mass187.15 g/mol
Exact mass187.0593
GradeReference Standard
Physical formSolid
XLogP3-1.3
H-bond donors / acceptors2 / 5
Topological polar surface area104 Ų
HS code38229090
InChIKeyAEHPOYAOLCAMIU-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILESC1=C(N(C(=N1)CO)CCO)[N+](=O)[O-]
PubChem CID121858
Synonyms1-(2-hydroxyethyl)-2-hydroxymethyl-5-nitroimidazole, 2-Hydroxymetronidazole, 2-(Hydroxymethyl)-5-nitro-1H-imidazole-1-ethanol, 2-hydroxymethylmetronidazole, Metronidazole-OH, Metronidazole-hydroxy, 1H-Imidazole-1-ethanol, 2-(hydroxymethyl)-5-nitro-, 2-[2-(hydroxymethyl)-5-nitro-1H-imidazol-1-yl]ethan-1-ol, 1-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-2-(hydroxymethyl)-5-nitroimidazole, 2-[2-(hydroxymethyl)-5-nitro-imidazol-1-yl]ethanol, 2-(2-(hydroxymethyl)-5-nitro-1H-imidazol-1-yl)ethan-1-ol, 1-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-2-hydroxymethyl-5-nitroimidazole (Hydroxymetronidazole)

Lot values are stated on the batch certificate of analysis. Ask for a typical COA with your quotation.

Safety and GHS hazards

GHS07 Irritant or harmful
Irritant or harmful
GHS08 Health hazard
Health hazard

Signal word Warning

  • H315Causes skin irritation
  • H319Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335May cause respiratory irritation
  • H361Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child

Precautionary statements P203, P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P318, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification summarised from public GHS notifications. It can vary with grade and concentration, so always follow the SDS supplied with your lot.

Pack sizes

Pack sizes of Hydroxy Metronidazole
10 mgQuoted on request
25 mgQuoted on request
50 mgQuoted on request
100 mgQuoted on request

Need a different size? Bulk drums and custom packing are quoted on request through the quote form on this page.

Questions about Hydroxy Metronidazole

Which CAS number identifies Hydroxy Metronidazole?
Hydroxy Metronidazole is registered under CAS 4812-40-2. You may also see it listed as 1-(2-hydroxyethyl)-2-hydroxymethyl-5-nitroimidazole, 2-Hydroxymetronidazole, 2-(Hydroxymethyl)-5-nitro-1H-imidazole-1-ethanol. Our catalogue number for this item is ZX-025597.
What are the formula and molar mass of Hydroxy Metronidazole?
For Hydroxy Metronidazole, its formula is C6H9N3O4 and its molar mass is 187.15 g/mol. The systematic (IUPAC) name is 2-[2-(hydroxymethyl)-5-nitroimidazol-1-yl]ethanol. InChIKey AEHPOYAOLCAMIU-UHFFFAOYSA-N lets you match it in any structure database.
How is Hydroxy Metronidazole used in pharmaceutical QC?
Hydroxy Metronidazole is a characterised reference material linked to Metronidazole. Laboratories use it to identify and quantify this impurity during method development and validation, stability work, batch release testing and regulatory submissions.
What grade and pack sizes are available for Hydroxy Metronidazole?
This listing is Reference Standard grade. Standard packs are 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg. Larger quantities and custom packing can be quoted on request.
Which documents come with Hydroxy Metronidazole?
Each lot ships with a batch certificate of analysis and a 16-section GHS safety data sheet. A typical COA or specification sheet can be shared with the quotation before you order.
Can Zemixal ship Hydroxy Metronidazole to my country?
Yes. Because Hydroxy Metronidazole is classed as hazardous, it travels in UN-approved packaging as dangerous goods under IATA or IMDG rules, with the export paperwork your broker needs.

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