Category:
Other Reagent
CAS NO:
37051-05-1
Standard:
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Cefoxitin Impurity 2 is a critical reference standard used in the pharmaceutical industry to monitor the purity of the cephalosporin antibiotic Cefoxitin. Synthesized via semi-synthetic routes involving specific acylation steps, this compound serves as an essential quality control marker. Its molecular formula is C16H17N5O8S2 and CAS number is 70944-52-4.
Store under inert atmosphere at -20°C to prevent hydrolysis. Personnel must wear appropriate PPE including gloves and goggles due to potential sensitization risks associated with beta-lactam structures. Avoid inhalation of dust particles.