Category:
Other Reagent
CAS NO:
182290-77-3
Standard:
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Cefadroxil Sulfoxide is a primary degradation impurity of the cephalosporin antibiotic Cefadroxil, formed via oxidation of the thiazolidine ring. It serves as a critical reference standard for pharmaceutical quality control and stability testing. The molecular formula is C16H17N3O5S2 with CAS number 80493-03-2.
This substance is not for direct clinical administration. Storage requires sealed containers at -20°C in a dry, inert atmosphere to prevent hydrolysis or further oxidation. Personnel must utilize appropriate PPE when handling due to potential allergenic properties.