Description

Cefodizime is a third-generation cephalosporin antibiotic belonging to the cephem class of β-lactams. This compound is valued for its broad-spectrum antibacterial activity, particularly against Gram-negative pathogens, and its unique immunomodulatory properties. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical manufacturers and research institutions in the development of injectable antibiotic formulations for the treatment of serious infections.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Active Ingredient (API): Core component in the manufacture of sterile injectable antibiotic drugs.
• Clinical Research: Used in preclinical and clinical studies to investigate efficacy against resistant bacterial strains.
• Veterinary Medicine: Formulated for the treatment of bacterial infections in animals.
• Reference Standard: Serves as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control testing in laboratories.
• Antibiotic Resistance Studies: Employed in microbiological research to study mechanisms of action and bacterial resistance patterns.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cefodizime
CAS No.	97180-26-2
Molecular Formula	C20H20N6O7S4
Molecular Weight	584.66 g/mol
Synonyms	Cefodizime Sodium; Cefodizime Free Acid; (6R,7R)-7-[[(2Z)-2-(2-Amino-1,3-thiazol-4-yl)-2-methoxyiminoacetyl]amino]-3-[[(5-carboxy-1,3,4-thiadiazol-2-yl)thio]methyl]-8-oxo-5-thia-1-azabicyclo[4.2.0]oct-2-ene-2-carboxylic Acid; HR-221; THR-221; Antibiotic HR 221; Antibiotic THR 221
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Quality Control

Our Cefodizime is manufactured under strict quality systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for pharmaceutical research and development. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

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 under dry conditions 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% (on anhydrous basis)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0% Any single impurity ≤ 1.0%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines
Bacterial Endotoxins	< 0.10 EU/mg

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