Description

Ertapenem Sodium is a broad-spectrum, parenteral carbapenem antibiotic belonging to the β-lactam class. It is a critical active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) valued for its stability against many β-lactamases, making it effective against a wide range of Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. This compound is essential for pharmaceutical manufacturers developing injectable antibiotic formulations for the treatment of severe intra-abdominal, skin, and urinary tract infections, as well as community-acquired pneumonia.

Application

• Pharmaceutical API: Primary use as the active ingredient in sterile injectable antibiotic formulations.
• Hospital Infection Treatment: Formulated for treating complicated intra-abdominal infections, skin and skin structure infections, and community-acquired pneumonia.
• Antibiotic Drug Development: Serves as a key intermediate in the research and development of new antibacterial agents and combination therapies.
• Veterinary Medicine: Potential application in developing treatments for serious bacterial infections in animals.
• Clinical Research: Used as a reference standard in microbiological assays and pharmacokinetic studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ertapenem Sodium
CAS No.	153773-82-1
Molecular Formula	C22H24N3NaO7S
Molecular Weight	497.50 g/mol
Synonyms	Ertapenem Sodium Salt; L-749,345; MK-0826; (4R,5S,6S)-3-[[(3S,5S)-5-[[(3-Carboxyphenyl)amino]carbonyl]-3-pyrrolidinyl]thio]-6-[(1R)-1-hydroxyethyl]-4-methyl-7-oxo-1-azabicyclo[3.2.0]hept-2-ene-2-carboxylic Acid Sodium Salt; Invanz (Brand Name); 1-Azabicyclo[3.2.0]hept-2-ene-2-carboxylic Acid Derivative
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Quality Control

Our Ertapenem Sodium 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) is provided with each shipment, detailing parameters such as assay, purity, and impurity profiles. We support compliance with major pharmacopoeial standards, including USP and EP, upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (typically 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 powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	98.0% - 102.0% (on anhydrous basis)
pH (1% Solution)	6.5 - 8.0
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines
Bacterial Endotoxins	< 0.17 EU/mg
Sterility (for sterile grade)	Sterile

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