Category:
Cardiovascular System Drugs
Rosuvastatin Intermediate Z-8.1 is a critical chiral building block for the synthesis of rosuvastatin calcium, a widely prescribed HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor. Manufactured via asymmetric hydrogenation or enzymatic resolution, this intermediate ensures high optical purity essential for pharmaceutical efficacy. Its molecular formula is C25H27FN2O6S, with CAS No. 136902-47-7.
Store under inert atmosphere at 2-8°C to prevent degradation. Avoid direct skin contact; wear appropriate PPE including gloves and goggles. Do not ingest or inhale dust. Strictly adhere to GMP guidelines during handling to ensure patient safety and product consistency.