Description

n-Methyl Moxifloxacin is a key synthetic intermediate and structural analog of the broad-spectrum fluoroquinolone antibiotic, Moxifloxacin. This compound is of significant value in pharmaceutical research and development for the synthesis and structural modification of advanced antibacterial agents. It is primarily utilized by research institutions, pharmaceutical manufacturers, and fine chemical suppliers engaged in the development of novel quinolone-based therapeutics and analytical reference standards.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Critical building block for the synthesis of Moxifloxacin and its novel derivatives.
• Antibacterial Research: Used in structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies to develop new fluoroquinolone antibiotics with improved efficacy and safety profiles.
• Reference Standard: Serves as a certified reference material (CRM) for quality control and analytical method development in pharmaceutical laboratories.
• Process Chemistry: Employed in route scouting and optimization for the scalable manufacturing of quinolone APIs.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a tool compound to study bacterial DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV inhibition mechanisms.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-Methyl Moxifloxacin
CAS No.	721970-37-2
Molecular Formula	C22H25FN4O4
Molecular Weight	428.46 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Cyclopropyl-7-[(1S,6S)-2,8-diazabicyclo[4.3.0]non-8-yl]-6-fluoro-8-methoxy-4-oxo-1,4-dihydroquinoline-3-carboxylic acid, Methyl Derivative; Moxifloxacin N-Methyl Analog; 1-Cyclopropyl-6-fluoro-1,4-dihydro-8-methoxy-7-[(4aS,7aS)-octahydro-6H-pyrrolo[3,4-b]pyridin-6-yl]-4-oxo-3-quinolinecarboxylic acid, N-Methyl; BAY 12-8039 Methyl Derivative
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Quality Control

Our n-Methyl Moxifloxacin is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and stringent control of residual solvents and impurities. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided to ensure compliance with your research and development requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The material is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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