Description

Etanidazole is a nitroimidazole derivative with significant research and pharmaceutical interest. This compound matters as a potent radiosensitizer, enhancing the effects of radiation therapy on hypoxic tumor cells. It is primarily needed by pharmaceutical R&D teams, oncology researchers, and manufacturers of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) for clinical development.

Application

• As a key intermediate in the synthesis of advanced pharmaceutical compounds.
• In preclinical and clinical research for developing novel radiosensitizing agents.
• For investigating mechanisms of action in hypoxic tumor cell biology.
• As a reference standard in analytical chemistry and quality control laboratories.
• In biochemical studies exploring nitroreductase enzyme activity.
• For formulation development in targeted cancer therapy.

Basic Information

Product Name	Etanidazole
CAS No.	22668-01-5
Molecular Formula	C7H11N3O3
Molecular Weight	185.18 g/mol
Synonyms	SR-2508; NSC 301467; 1-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-2-nitro-1H-imidazole; 2-Nitro-1-(2-hydroxyethyl)imidazole; Etanidazol; NSC-301467; Radiosensitizer SR-2508
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Quality Control

Our Etanidazole is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, with specifications suitable for research and development purposes. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials and sources of ignition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤0.5%; Total impurities ≤1.0%

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