Category:
Chiral Intermediates
CAS NO:
120709-09-3
Standard:
In-house Standards,
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7-Amino-4-phthalimidoretic acid (7-APRA) is a key intermediate in the industrial synthesis of cephalosporin antibiotics. Produced via enzymatic or chemical acylation of 7-aminocephalosporanic acid, its molecular formula is C16H12N2O5 with CAS No. 2906-84-5.
Requires storage in cool, dry conditions away from moisture to prevent hydrolysis. Personnel must use appropriate PPE including respirators and gloves due to potential respiratory sensitization and skin irritation risks during handling.