Description

Morantel is a potent anthelmintic compound belonging to the tetrahydropyrimidine class, widely recognized for its efficacy against parasitic nematodes in animals. Its primary value lies in its high activity and favorable safety profile, making it a critical component in veterinary pharmaceutical formulations. This product is essential for manufacturers in the animal health sector, particularly for producing treatments for livestock, to ensure herd health and productivity.

Application

• Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API) in veterinary anthelmintic preparations.
• Key component in oral pastes, drenches, and feed additives for livestock deworming.
• Targeted treatment against gastrointestinal roundworms in cattle, sheep, and goats.
• Used in combination therapies to broaden the spectrum of parasite control.
• Intermediate in the synthesis of morantel tartrate, a commonly used salt form.
• Research and development of novel antiparasitic formulations in animal health.

Basic Information

Product Name	Morantel
CAS No.	20574-50-9
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₆N₂O
Molecular Weight	204.27 g/mol
Synonyms	1,4,5,6-Tetrahydro-1-methyl-2-[2-(3-methyl-2-thienyl)ethenyl]pyrimidine; Morantel base; NSC 324553; (E)-1,4,5,6-Tetrahydro-1-methyl-2-[2-(3-methyl-2-thienyl)vinyl]pyrimidine; trans-Morantel; 2-[(E)-2-(3-Methyl-2-thienyl)vinyl]-1-methyl-1,4,5,6-tetrahydropyrimidine
EINECS	243-886-1

Quality Control

Our Morantel CAS NO 20574-50-9 is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and related substances, to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for pharmaceutical use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results 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, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time corresponds to reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	98.0% - 102.0% (on anhydrous basis)
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Any single impurity	≤ 0.5%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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