CAS Number

443-48-1

Molecular Formula

C₆H₉N₃O₃

Molecular Weight

171.15

Molecular Structure

Packing

25kg/fiber drum

Capacity

60T/M

Storage

Keep tightly closed in light-resistant containers.

Application

Metronidazole is used to treat acne rosacea (adult acne), a chronic condition in which the facial skin is inflamed and sores develop. Metronidazole decreases the redness and number of sores but may not be a cure. It is also used to treat some vaginal infections.

Appearance

White or yellowish crystalline powder

Solubility

Slightly soluble in water, in acetone, in alcohol and in methylene chloride, very slightly soluble in ether.

Identification

Meets the requirement

Melting Point

159.0 ~ 163.0℃

Loss on Drying

≤0.5%

Sulphated Ash

≤0.1%

Heavy Metal

≤20ppm

Appearance of Solution

Meets the requirements

Single Impurity

≤0.1%

Total Impurities

≤0.2%

Specific Absorbance

365 ~ 395

Assay (on dried basis)

99.0 ~ 101.0%

Standard

BP2004