Description

Tetronasin Sodium is a specialized polyether ionophore compound, primarily recognized for its potent coccidiostatic activity. This high-purity chemical is critical for research and development in veterinary pharmaceuticals and animal nutrition, where precise biological activity is paramount. It serves as a key active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) for the formulation of anticoccidial feed additives, targeting the poultry and livestock industries to control parasitic infections and improve feed efficiency.

Application

• Veterinary Anticoccidial Agent: Primary use as an active ingredient in medicated feed premixes for the prevention and control of coccidiosis in poultry (broilers, layers) and livestock.
• Animal Health Research: A critical reference standard and intermediate in R&D for developing new veterinary therapeutics and studying ionophore mechanisms.
• Feed Additive Formulations: Incorporated into nutritional supplements to enhance growth performance and feed conversion ratios in production animals.
• Microbiological Studies: Used in laboratory research to investigate its antibiotic and ion-transport properties against specific gram-positive bacteria and protozoa.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of more complex veterinary pharmaceutical compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tetronasin Sodium
CAS No.	75139-05-8
Molecular Formula	C₄₀H₆₁NaO₁₁
Molecular Weight	740.89 g/mol
Synonyms	Tetronasin Sodium Salt; ICI 139603; Sodium Tetronasinate; Antibiotic ICI 139603; Tetronasin (sodium salt); 2-[(2S,3R,4S,5S,8R,9S,10R,11S,12S,13S,15R,17R,18S)-17-[(2S,5S)-5-ethyl-5-[(2R,5S)-5-[(2R,5S,6S)-5-ethyl-5-hydroxy-6-methyloxan-2-yl]oxolan-2-yl]oxolan-2-yl]-5,9,13-trimethyl-2,3,4,7,8,9,10,11,12,13,15,16,17,18-tetradecahydro-1H-cyclopenta[a]cyclooctene-10,12,15,18-tetrayl]oxy-6-hydroxy-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxane-3,4-diol sodium salt
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Quality Control

Our Tetronasin Sodium is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, identity confirmation by IR and NMR, and stringent control of related substances and residual solvents. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications and test results is provided with every shipment to ensure traceability and compliance with your quality requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept in a dry environment. For long-term storage, consider desiccants or inert atmosphere to maintain stability and potency.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0% Any single impurity ≤ 1.0%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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