Description

Carbetocin is a synthetic, long-acting analog of the endogenous hormone oxytocin, designed for enhanced stability and duration of action. This compound is of critical importance in pharmaceutical applications where reliable and sustained uterine contraction is required. It is primarily needed by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical industry for the development of injectable formulations used in obstetric and gynecological care.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Active Ingredient (API): Primary use as the active component in injectable solutions for the prevention and treatment of postpartum hemorrhage (PPH).
• Obstetric Therapeutics: Used to induce controlled uterine contractions during cesarean sections or following vaginal delivery to manage uterine atony.
• Veterinary Medicine: Application in large animal veterinary practice for the management of parturition and postpartum complications.
• Research & Development: Serves as a key reference standard and biochemical tool in pharmacological research focused on oxytocin receptor agonists.
• Drug Formulation Development: Utilized in the development of stable, lyophilized (freeze-dried) powder formulations for improved shelf-life.

Basic Information

Product Name	Carbetocin
CAS No.	37025-55-1
Molecular Formula	C45H69N11O12S2
Molecular Weight	988.22 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Butanoic acid, 1-[(3-mercaptopropanoic acid)-2-(O-ethyl-D-tyrosine)-1-L-hemicystine-6-L-lysine-8-L-proline-9-L-glycinamide]oxytocin; Deamino-1-monocarba-[2-(O-methyl-D-tyrosine)]-oxytocin; (Mpa1, D-Tyr(OEt)2, Thr4, Orn8)-Oxytocin; Duratocin; Lonactene; Pabal; Depotocin; Carbetocin Acetate
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Quality Control

Our Carbetocin is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for pharmaceutical use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C) or as specified on the label. This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept in a dry environment to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0% (on anhydrous basis)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0 %
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0% Any single impurity ≤ 1.0%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH Q3C guidelines
Bacterial Endotoxins	< 10.0 EU/mg

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.