Antiviral, Antifungal & Antiparasitic APIs

Acyclovir

Name: Acyclovir
Brand: Zemixal
SKU: ZX-003955

IP/BP/USPAvailable on request

Acyclovir (CAS 59277-89-3) supplier Zemixal. Lab and bulk packs, batch COA, fast global delivery. Catalogue no. ZX-003955.

Pack sizes

CAS number59277-89-3

FormulaC₈H₁₁N₅O₃

Molar mass225.2 g/mol

Physical formPowder

HS code2933

InChIKeyMKUXAQIIEYXACX-UHFFFAOYSA-N

IUPAC name2-amino-9-(2-hydroxyethoxymethyl)-1H-purin-6-one

About Acyclovir

Acyclovir sits in our antiviral, Antifungal & Antiparasitic APIs section and ships worldwide from stock or short lead time. Identity at a glance (IP/BP/USP): CAS 59277-89-3, formula C8H11N5O3 and molar mass 225.2 g/mol. It is handled as a powder.

Where it is used

Anti-infective formulations
Generic drug development
Formulation R&D

Storage and safety notes

It carries the GHS signal word Warning (H315, H319 and H335), so wear gloves and eye protection and work with good ventilation.

Order it in 1 kg, 5 kg and 25 kg packs or ask for a bulk quotation. Each lot travels with a batch certificate of analysis and a 16-section SDS. Add it to your quote list and our team replies with price, lead time and shipping options within one business day.

Reference standards for Acyclovir

See every impurity, metabolite and related compound we list for this API.

Acyclovir standards

Typical uses

Anti-infective formulations
Generic drug development
Formulation R&D

Applications

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing and QC

Grade guides

IP Grade (Indian Pharmacopoeia)BP Grade (British Pharmacopoeia)USP Grade (United States Pharmacopeia)

Specifications and identifiers

Specifications of Acyclovir
Product name	Acyclovir
Catalogue number	ZX-003955
CAS number	59277-89-3
IUPAC name	2-amino-9-(2-hydroxyethoxymethyl)-1H-purin-6-one
Molecular formula	C₈H₁₁N₅O₃
Molar mass	225.2 g/mol
Exact mass	225.0862
Grade	IP/BP/USP
Physical form	Powder
XLogP3	-1.9
H-bond donors / acceptors	3 / 5
Topological polar surface area	115 Å²
HS code	2933
InChIKey	MKUXAQIIEYXACX-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=NC2=C(N1COCCO)N=C(NC2=O)N
PubChem CID	135398513
Synonyms	Acycloguanosine, 9-[(2-Hydroxyethoxy)methyl]guanine, Vipral, Wellcome-248U, Acicloftal, BW-248U, 9-((2-Hydroxyethoxy)methyl)guanine, 2-Amino-1,9-dihydro-9-((2-hydroxyethoxy)methyl)-6H-purin-6-one, 2-Amino-9-[(2-hydroxyethoxy)methyl]-1,9-dihydro-6H-purin-6-one, 2-Amino-1,9-dihydro-9-[(2-hydroxyethoxy)methyl]-6H-purin-6-one, 6H-Purin-6-one, 2-amino-1,9-dihydro-9-[(2-hydroxyethoxy)methyl]-, 9-[(2-Hydroxyethoxy)-methyl]guanine

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

Safety and GHS hazards

Irritant or harmful

Signal word Warning

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, 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 Acyclovir
1 kg	Quoted on request
5 kg	Quoted on request
25 kg	Quoted on request

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

Questions about Acyclovir

Which CAS number identifies Acyclovir?

Acyclovir is registered under CAS 59277-89-3. You may also see it listed as Acycloguanosine, 9-[(2-Hydroxyethoxy)methyl]guanine, Vipral. Our catalogue number for this item is ZX-003955.

What are the formula and molar mass of Acyclovir?

For Acyclovir, its formula is C8H11N5O3 and its molar mass is 225.2 g/mol. The systematic (IUPAC) name is 2-amino-9-(2-hydroxyethoxymethyl)-1H-purin-6-one. InChIKey MKUXAQIIEYXACX-UHFFFAOYSA-N lets you match it in any structure database.

How is Acyclovir used in pharmaceutical QC?

Acyclovir is a characterised reference material linked to Acyclovir. 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 Acyclovir?

This listing is IP/BP/USP grade. Standard packs are 1 kg, 5 kg, 25 kg. Larger quantities and custom packing can be quoted on request.

Which documents come with Acyclovir?

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 Acyclovir to my country?

Yes. Because Acyclovir 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.

Other grades with CAS 59277-89-3

Acyclovir WS

CAS: 59277-89-3
Formula: C₈H₁₁N₅O₃
MW: 225.2 g/mol

ZX-006381

Acyclovir, 98%

CAS: 59277-89-3
Formula: C₈H₁₁N₅O₃
MW: 225.2 g/mol

ZX-011234

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