Description

Minoxidil CAS NO 38304-91-5 is a potent vasodilator and antihypertensive agent, widely recognized for its role in stimulating hair growth. This pharmaceutical-grade compound is critical for formulators requiring high-purity active ingredients for topical and systemic treatments. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and cosmeceutical industries for developing products aimed at treating androgenetic alopecia and hypertension.

Application

• Topical Hair Growth Solutions: The primary active ingredient in over-the-counter (OTC) and prescription topical formulations (foams, solutions) for the treatment of male and female pattern hair loss.
• Oral Pharmaceutical Preparations: Used in the synthesis of oral tablets for the management of severe hypertension, often in combination with other agents.
• Cosmeceutical R&D: Serves as a key component in advanced research and development for next-generation hair regrowth serums and treatments.
• Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API): Supplied as a high-purity bulk chemical for pharmaceutical companies manufacturing finished dosage forms under GMP guidelines.
• Veterinary Applications: Investigated for use in promoting hair growth in certain veterinary dermatology cases.

Basic Information

Product Name	Minoxidil
CAS No.	38304-91-5
Molecular Formula	C9H15N5O
Molecular Weight	209.25 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4-Diamino-6-piperidinopyrimidine 3-oxide; Loniten; Rogaine; Minoxidil USP; 6-(1-Piperidinyl)-2,4-pyrimidinediamine 3-oxide; U-10858; Pidolatum; Mintop
EINECS	253-874-2

Quality Control

Our Minoxidil is manufactured and tested to meet stringent pharmacopeial standards. Each batch is subjected to comprehensive analytical testing, including identification, assay, and impurity profiling, to ensure compliance with USP (United States Pharmacopeia) and other relevant international specifications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA), documenting purity, related substances, and residual solvents, is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and quality assurance for our B2B clients.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a low-humidity environment to prevent moisture absorption and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	98.0% - 102.0% (on dried basis)
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0% Any individual impurity ≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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