Description

Faropenem Sodium Hemipentahydrate is a broad-spectrum carbapenem antibiotic belonging to the β-lactam class. This compound is valued for its potent activity against a wide range of Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria, including many resistant strains. It is a critical active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) primarily required by pharmaceutical manufacturers for the formulation of injectable and oral antibiotic drugs.

Application

• Pharmaceutical API: Primary use as the active ingredient in the synthesis of faropenem-based antibiotic formulations.
• Injectable Drug Formulations: For the production of sterile injectable solutions used in clinical settings for severe infections.
• Oral Antibiotic Production: Used in the development of oral dosage forms such as tablets and capsules.
• Research & Development: Serves as a reference standard and key intermediate in antimicrobial research and new drug discovery programs.
• Veterinary Medicine: Potential application in developing antibacterial treatments for veterinary use.

Basic Information

Product Name	Faropenem Sodium Hemipentahydrate
CAS No.	106560-14-9
Molecular Formula	C12H14NNaO5S · 2.5H2O
Molecular Weight	348.31 g/mol (Anhydrous basis)
Synonyms	Faropenem Sodium; Faropenem Sodium Salt; (5R,6S)-6-[(1R)-1-Hydroxyethyl]-7-oxo-3-[(2R)-tetrahydro-2-furanyl]-4-thia-1-azabicyclo[3.2.0]hept-2-ene-2-carboxylic Acid Sodium Salt; SUN 5555; SY 5555; Farom; Faropenem Sodium Sesquihydrate
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Quality Control

Our Faropenem Sodium Hemipentahydrate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. It undergoes rigorous analytical testing to meet high-purity standards suitable for pharmaceutical applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each batch, detailing purity, impurities, and other critical parameters. We can support compliance with relevant pharmacopoeial standards (e.g., USP, EP, JP) upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under conditions that minimize exposure to atmospheric humidity to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	98.0% - 102.0% (on anhydrous basis)
Water Content (KF)	10.0% - 13.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0% Any single impurity ≤ 1.0%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH Q3C guidelines
pH (1% Solution)	5.5 - 7.5
Specific Rotation	+52° to +58°
Bacterial Endotoxins	< 0.10 EU/mg

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