Description

Diloxanide Furoate is a synthetic antiprotozoal agent, widely recognized for its specific therapeutic action. Its primary commercial value lies in its critical role as an active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) in the treatment of intestinal amebiasis, offering a targeted solution for a significant global health concern. This compound is essential for pharmaceutical manufacturers developing anti-infective and antiparasitic formulations, particularly for markets requiring reliable and high-purity APIs.

Application

• Pharmaceutical API: Primary use as the active ingredient in anti-amebic medications and combination therapies for intestinal infections.
• Antiprotozoal Formulations: Key component in tablets, capsules, and suspensions designed to treat parasitic infections caused by *Entamoeba histolytica*.
• Veterinary Pharmaceuticals: Used in the development of antiparasitic treatments for livestock and companion animals.
• Research & Development: Serves as a reference standard and building block in medicinal chemistry research for novel anti-infective agents.
• Contract Manufacturing: Supplied to CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) for the production of finished dosage forms.
• Generic Drug Production: A vital raw material for manufacturers of generic antiparasitic drugs, ensuring cost-effective treatment options.

Basic Information

Product Name	Diloxanide Furoate
CAS No.	3736-81-0
Molecular Formula	C14H11Cl2NO4
Molecular Weight	328.15 g/mol
Synonyms	Diloxanide Furoate; 4-(N-Methyl-2,2-dichloroacetamido)phenyl 2-furoate; Diloxan; Entamide; Furanide; Furamide; 2-Furoic acid 4'-(N-methyl-2,2-dichloroacetamido)phenyl ester; 4-(N-Methyl-2,2-dichloroacetamido)phenyl furan-2-carboxylate
EINECS	223-107-8

Quality Control

Our Diloxanide Furoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch is tested to meet high-purity standards suitable for pharmaceutical applications, with specifications aligned with major pharmacopoeial guidelines. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to ensure traceability and regulatory compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to 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)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity: ≤ 0.5% Total impurities: ≤ 1.5%

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